Director, University of Queensland Biological Resources

Job Role

The University of Queensland (UQ) is a world class institution which ranks well within the top 100 universities worldwide measured through the majority of the independent university rankings. In the recently published Academic Rankings of World Universities 2016, UQ ranked 55 in the world.

One of Australia’s elite ‘Group of Eight’ research-intensive universities, UQ is also a charter member of edX and a founding member of Universitas 21. The University has a 50,000 plus student community, more than 7,000 academic and professional staff, and a $1.7 billion annual operating budget.

Role Specification

The Director, UQBR will lead the operation and development of best practices and strategies that demonstrates that animal welfare is paramount and the supply and use of animals to internal and external clients is undertaken in adherence to the three Rs tenet (Replacement, Reduction and Refinement).  Reporting to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure), the incumbent will exercise significant judgement and influence across the University, and with key research partners and affiliates, in the harmonisation/optimisation and management of the University’s current and future infrastructure needs with respect to laboratory animals; and the associated planning and acquisition. The role carries significant responsibility for actively engaging with the biomedical industry and other research partners to develop strategies relating to the use and housing of animals employed in teaching and research; ensuring the needs of the research community are met in line with the highest standards in animal ethics and welfare.

The person

The successful applicant will have extensive knowledge and understanding of the operations of research infrastructure, especially in laboratory animal management for scientific purposes. In addition, they will possess considerable knowledge of and experience in working within, the remit of National and State legislation and guidelines in regard to animal care and use; project management experience with the demonstrated ability to plan, oversee and manage large Laboratory Animal Facilities/Aquaria; a track record of effective leadership of professional and academic staff; effective interpersonal and relationship management skills; budget and financial management experience; and a demonstrated capacity to build a successful operation.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion.

Applications are particularly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. For further information please contact our Australian Indigenous Employment Coordinator at: atsi_recruitment@uq.edu.au  

Applications are also encouraged from women.

This role is a full-time position; however flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.
Remuneration

This position is a full-time, fixed-term appointment for 5 years (with the possibility of renewal).  An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the preferred candidate.

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Dr. Stephen Love, Director, Research Infrastructure on +61 7 3443 1033 or s.love@uq.edu.au

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.