Vacancies

Aquatic Laboratory Manager

• Lead operations of a world-class aquatic research facility
• Join the innovative and collaborative Gulbali Institute
• Shape the future of aquatic research and laboratory capability

The role

• Part Time, Continuing (28 hours)
• Level 7 - $81,136 to $88,655 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• On site - Albury-Wodonga

As the Aquatic Laboratory Manager, you'll provide operational leadership for Charles Sturt University's Aquatic Laboratory, ensuring the facility operates safely, efficiently and to the highest professional standards. Working within the Gulbali Institute, you'll oversee the day-to-day management of laboratory operations, supervise technical staff and coordinate the resources, systems and services that enable cutting-edge aquatic research.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with leadership and project management skills in a collaborative research environment. You'll work closely with researchers, industry, government and university stakeholders to support innovative research programs, maintain laboratory compliance and continuously improve the laboratory's capabilities as a nationally recognised aquatic research facility.

About you

• Demonstrated expertise in aquatic systems, recirculating aquaculture systems and laboratory infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams while coordinating multiple research projects and priorities.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory compliance, WHS, risk management and quality systems.
• An organised, collaborative and solutions-focused professional who builds trusted relationships and delivers exceptional technical support.
• Relevant qualifications and/or experience managing an aquatic or research laboratory.

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Learn more about the Gulbali Institute here.

Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits.

Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award, our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people, carers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, neurodivergent people, and people of all age groups, genders and sexualities for all roles.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a 1 – 2 page “statement of suitability” demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the position description) and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Job specific enquiries: Professor Lee Baumgartner | Executive Director, Gulbali Institute | lbaumgartner@csu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11pm, 19 August 2026

Advertised: 05 Aug 2026 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 19 Aug 2026 11:00 PM - AUS Eastern Standard Time