Deputy BCN Biobank Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cancer research seeks a Deputy BCN Biobank Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, manage a team, and ensure efficient tissue acquisition and data handling. The role demands a motivated individual with strong management and teamwork skills, contributing to innovative cancer research initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous pension scheme

30 days' leave per year

Season ticket loan scheme

Flexible working arrangements

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Experience in oncology research environment.
• Line management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Breast Cancer Now Biobank.
• Manage tissue acquisition, storage, and data verification.
• Provide training and support to junior staff.

Skills

Teamwork

Management

Education

Undergraduate degree

Postgraduate degree

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

The Deputy BCN Biobank Operations Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Breast Cancer Now (BCN) Biobank operational centre. The duties include management of tissue acquisition, storage, material requests and release, data verification, line management of junior staff, and provision of training.

About You

The role requires a dedicated, motivated, and passionate individual to oversee the daily operations of the Breast Cancer Now Biobank (BCNB). Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject; a postgraduate degree is desirable. Candidates should provide three good references. The role demands substantial teamwork skills and experience in the oncology research environment. Management of a team of tissue collection and data officers is essential, so line management experience is required. Other skills include being mutually supportive and covering duties as necessary.

About the School/Department/Institute/Project

The Barts Cancer Institute (BCI) is a Cancer Research UK Centre of Excellence dedicated to transforming the lives of those with and at risk of cancer through innovative research in the laboratory, in patients, and in populations. It is part of The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FMD) and is renowned for its cancer research, combining basic research with clinical expertise. BCI is a partner in the CRUK City of London Major Centre, a Centre of Excellence in Biotherapeutics, and supports postgraduate training in cancer research.

About Queen Mary

Queen Mary University of London fosters social justice and academic excellence, believing that a diversity of ideas leads to innovation. The university values thought, opinion, and the intersection of disciplines to generate original ideas.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, a generous pension scheme, 30 days' leave per year (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme, and various personal and professional development opportunities. Our policies support work-life balance and inclusivity, including flexible working arrangements and campus facilities such as an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.

The position is based at the Charterhouse Square Campus in London. It is a full-time (35 hours per week), fixed-term appointment for 2 years, starting around 7th July 2025. The salary range is £37,889 - £45,974 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.

Closing Date

03/06/2025, 23:55