Laboratory Manager

Yulong Stud has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Laboratory Manager to join the Veterinary team within our business. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the on-site laboratory and supporting the veterinary services across all aspects of our thoroughbred stud operations.

Yulong is a growing thoroughbred stud based in Nagambie, Victoria. Spread over 4,000 acres across four adjoining properties, Yulong currently stands eleven resident stallions, manages approximately 700 broodmares and over 350 foals to yearlings. Consigning yearlings at all major sales throughout Australia, and with a racing team of over 200 horses, our Veterinary and Laboratory team experiences excellent job variety within a large-scale, progressive breeding operation.

Our veterinary facilities include a fully equipped laboratory with IDEXX hematology, chemistry, and blood gas machines, as well as the capacity for cultures and sensitivities, urinalysis, and faecal egg counts.

As the Veterinary Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for running and operating the lab, preparing and processing a range of veterinary samples to support timely and accurate diagnosis and treatment of our equine patients. You’ll work closely with our veterinarians and be a key contributor to our commitment to delivering high-level clinical care.

This is a hands-on, rewarding role within a passionate, collaborative team and would suit someone with a strong interest in equine health and diagnostics. You will be joining an established Veterinary team consisting of six resident Veterinarians, a Practice Manager, three full-time Veterinary Nurses, one part-time Veterinary Nurse, and Stud support staff. The Laboratory Manager plays a key leadership role within this structure, ensuring laboratory efficiency, compliance, and high standards of diagnostic support.

If you are ambitious and looking to further develop your career within a large and progressive equine enterprise, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations and management of the laboratory.
• Preparation and evaluation of faecal samples for parasitology.
• Processing samples for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing.
• Processing blood samples for haematology, biochemistry, blood gas, analysis, serum amyloid A, fibrinogen, and IgG.
• Performing cytology on a variety of sample types.
• Preparing and processing all veterinary samples for analysis and documentation, including Urinalysis.
• Assisting with inventory management and ensuring accurate record- keeping for medical records.
• Assisting with inventory management and stock control of laboratory consumables.
• Supervising and training laboratory staff as needed.
• Ensuring compliance with established laboratory procedures, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Calibrating, Quality control and standardising laboratory equipment as required.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe laboratory environment.
• Attend all required safety training and follow all of Yulong’s policies and procedures.
• Performing other duties or special projects as required

Essential Criteria

• A relevant degree or equivalent international qualification in Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, Veterinary Technology, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of at least 12 months’ professional experience in a laboratory management or similar laboratory-based role.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and manage laboratory workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

The salary range will be between $85,000 to above $100,000 per annum and will be commensurate with your skills and years of experience.

For any inquires or to apply, please send a cover letter and CV to careers@yulonginvest.com.au

For more information, please visit https://yulonginvest.com.au