Laboratory Supervisor Courses

In Australia, a full time Laboratory Supervisor generally earns $1,800 per week ($93,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

This industry has experienced moderate employment growth in recent years. There are currently 2,500 people working as a Laboratory Supervisor in Australia, compared to 2,300 five years ago. Laboratory Supervisors usually work in larger towns and cities where laboratory facilities are located.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

If a career as a Laboratory Supervisor interests you, consider enrolling in an Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations. This course covers a range of topics including developing and maintaining laboratory documents and procedures, maintaining legal compliance and quality systems and developing analyses and procedures. You’ll also develop advanced technical skills in testing methods, auditing standard and non-standard calibrations and robotics.