Laboratory Manager (Clinical Trials)

Tardis Group

Melbourne VIC

Clinical/Medical Research (Healthcare and Medical)

Full time

110,000 – 125,000 Base + Super

Low application volume

About the organisation and the position

A fast-growing clinical research organisation is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to lead its Clinical Trials Laboratory function supporting early-phase clinical studies.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high-quality laboratory outcomes in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

In this position, you will oversee all laboratory operations supporting early-phase clinical trials. You’ll ensure the laboratory operates to the highest standards of GCP, IATA, and OHandS compliance, while maintaining audit readiness, data integrity, and participant safety.

You will also play a key role in building and leading a high-performing team and ensuring laboratory readiness for complex clinical studies.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented leader with strong experience in clinical trial laboratory environments. You bring a passion for quality, operational excellence, and team development.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end clinical trial laboratory operations, including sample handling, processing, storage, and shipment

Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (GCP, ALCOA+, OHandS) and trial-specific requirements

Maintain audit-ready systems and lead internal and external audit activities

Oversee laboratory resourcing, capacity planning, and study start-up readiness

Monitor performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives

Provide clear and consistent operational and quality reporting

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing laboratory team

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless study delivery

Skills and experience required

Tertiary qualifications in Science (or related discipline)

5+ years of laboratory experience

3+ years of experience in clinical trials

Demonstrated leadership or team management experience

Strong knowledge of GCP and clinical trial laboratory operations

Experience managing audits, CAPAs, and quality systems

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Must be a citizen/PR of Australia/New Zealand

What's on offer

Opportunity to lead within a high-performing clinical research environment

Exposure to complex early-phase clinical studies

A collaborative, supportive, and professional team culture

The chance to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

Career progression within a fast-growing organisation

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For more details, feel free to contact Chris: chris.danchald@tardis-group.com