Senior Laboratory Manager

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

Role Overview

The University of Cambridge is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Laboratory Manager to join our team at the CRUK Cambridge Institute. As a key member of the Laboratory Management department, you will be responsible for managing a floor laboratory support team and collaborating with other leaders to ensure a cohesive service across the institute.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a floor laboratory support team and collaborate with other leaders in the Laboratory Management department to ensure a cohesive service across the institute for end point users.
  • Provision of an exceptional laboratory management service to a whole floor at the Institute, managing the flow of work requests to ensure timely delivery of laboratory services to end users.
  • Allocate and oversee work of research laboratory/technical services and technicians to ensure works are completed in a timely and cost-appropriate fashion.
  • Key responsibility for the management of health and safety on the floor, in collaboration with research group leaders and the Institute Health & Safety team.
  • Provide highly specialist technical advice to students/researchers on the design of experiments and the specification of equipment or chemicals required to undertake experimental activity, source suppliers and new highly specialist equipment or solutions as required.
  • Maintenance and running of the laboratory. Instruct students/researchers in the correct application, use and maintenance of equipment, laboratory procedures and protocols e.g. correct safety procedures in handling equipment, ensure risk assessments and protocols are maintained. Recognise and analyse requirements for changes to laboratory layout and make proposals for refurbishment or alteration.
  • Provide training (1:1 sessions or workshops as required) in the use of equipment, instruments/chemicals, techniques and safe handling of equipment and substances.
  • Where relevant, oversee laboratory refurbishment programme(s), co-ordinate building and refurbishment schemes and maintenance programmes, oversee projects from design meetings through to daily co-ordination of work on site.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a longstanding and highly experienced leadership team at the University of Cambridge. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of the CRUK Cambridge Institute and develop your skills and expertise in laboratory management.

What We Offer

The University of Cambridge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and career progression.



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