Upstream Bioprocessing Facilities and Training Manager

The unique facilities in the Advanced Centre for Biochemical Engineering (ACBE) contain an array of cell culture equipment permitting the growth of both microbial & mammalian cell lines from 250ml to 100L. These facilities are used across the department’s research activities encompassing research in the production of products used industrial & therapeutic application, as well as in cell therapy. The facilities are also used for both undergraduate & taught postgraduate teaching activities. A position is available to manage & develop these facilities

About the role

The post-holder will be responsible for the overall management of upstream bioprocessing facilities and the equipment to support research, teaching and knowledge exchange activities. They will organise, oversee and develop teaching and training activities within the upstream bioprocessing areas. The post holder will provide advice and supervision of research within upstream bioprocessing area providing feedback on work, analysis data and results, planning experimental schedules and assistance in preparing material for publication. The role holder will be responsible for managing and maintaining the long-term cryopreserved cell stocks and associated electronic records.

About you

The successful candidate should have knowledge of relevant bioprocessing techniques and knowledge of health & safety policies & procedures. They should have advance practical skills in bioprocessing with experience of running fermenters.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer other benefits such as: 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days); Hybrid Final Salary Pension Scheme; Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan; Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay; Employee assistance programme; Staff Support Service; Discounted medical insurance

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here : https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/

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