Laboratory Manager - Sustainable Energy Engineering

Closes: 12:00 noon UK time on 03/09/2024

Location: Begbroke Science Park, Woodstock Road, Begbroke, Oxfordshire OX5 1PF

We are seeking a full-time Laboratory Manager to join the Sustainable Energy Engineering Group at the Department of Engineering Science at the Begbroke Science Centre. The is a fixed-term post for 5 years.

About the role

You will be responsible for the efficient and effective running of all laboratories under the leadership of the Professor of Sustainable Energy Engineering. This will include: day-to-day management of the laboratories; supervision and guidance of lab staff, researchers and students; providing technical expertise; advising on Health and Safety matters and ensuring adherence to procedures and standards; effective management of lab resources (contracting, purchasing, budgeting); supporting research and proactively identifying and implementing improvements in the laboratory.

About you

The successful candidate should possess a degree in life sciences/chemistry/related field, equivalent vocational qualification, or equivalent experience in laboratory management, together with experience of working in an experimental laboratory. You will demonstrate an excellent understanding of the operation of complex laboratory instruments, and a good knowledge of health and safety legislation and COSHH regulations. You will also have excellent planning and organizational skills, communication skills, IT skills, and record-keeping abilities.

What we offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

Application Process

Informal enquiries may be addressed to HR Officer (email: hr@eng.ox.ac.uk)

For more information about working at the Department, see: www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us

Only online applications received before midday on 3^rd September 2024 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, (describing how past experience fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

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