Lab Operations Manager

Our client in Cambridge are looking for an Lab Operations Manage to support Cambridge's innovation ecosystem with Labs that cater to the specific needs of start-ups.

You will be joining a growing team to operate a thriving lab grow-on space, which primarily involves to smooth running of the shared scientific facilities.

As the Lab Operations Manager you will be:

• Assist H&S and operations onboarding including reviewing the businesses lab chemicals and substances; establishing waste and cleaning requirements; connecting our customers with our recommended provides for lab equipment, movers and commissioning; and providing general facility inductions.
• Write and review documents as needed including risk assessments, policies, standard operating procedures and guidance documents.
• Assist in managing shared spaces and equipment including: liquid nitrogen dewar, autoclave, lab waste, -80s freezers, ensuring all laboratory equipment and plant is maintained safely.
• Proactive and reactive monitoring and maintenance of equipment, ensuring any areas of concern are rectified as soon as possible and facilitating repairs through our relevant equipment partners where necessary
• Drafting SOPs and Ras
• Keeping lab operations handbooks up to date and drafting new relevant chapters

As the Lab Operations Manager you will have:

• Experience and knowledge of working in a laboratory environment
• Experience in Health and Safety, preferably Biological Safety
• Ability to communicate confidently with scientists, contractors, partners and management
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft platforms and applications - Teams, Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Emergency Handling: Stay calm under pressure and effectively manage emergencies, alerting the right people as needed.

If you like the sound of the Lab Operations Manager role and have the experience of working in a similar role or environment, please get in touch by sending us an email with your application.

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