Deputy Director and Head of ISIS Operations

American Nano Society; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research organization is seeking an outstanding individual for leadership and operational management at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source. The role requires extensive experience in managing complex technical services, with responsibilities that include budget management, project oversight, and team leadership. Candidates must hold a relevant BSc and demonstrate essential personal skills such as leadership, communication, and effective team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of working in a management role in a large-scale research facility.
• Experience of leading technical teams within a complex science facility with a track record of improving delivery.
• Extensive experience in leading people and resources.

Responsibilities

• Management oversight of all aspects of operations of the ISIS facility.
• Management of the ISIS estate.
• Management of the ISIS budget.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Planning

Judgement

Diplomacy

Persuasion

Initiative

Numeracy

Education

BSc Hon in relevant science or engineering subject

Job description

Science and Technology Facilities Council

Location: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire

Salary: £75,055 to £83,394

Contract Type: Permanent Position

Hours: Full time

Background

The ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, at the STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, is a world-leading centre for research in the physical and life sciences. The suite of 30 neutron scattering and muon spectroscopy instruments provides unique insights into the properties of materials down to the atomic scale.

Working in partnership with a national and international community of more than 3000 scientists from academia and industry, we facilitate research into subjects ranging from clean energy and the environment, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, through nanotechnology and materials engineering, catalysis and polymers, and on to fundamental studies of materials.

The ISIS Neutron and Muon Source employs more than 600 members of staff engaged in the development and operation of the source, instruments and associated technology and engineering.

Job Description

We are looking for an outstanding individual to support the director in the leadership and management of ISIS. They will provide operational leadership including programme delivery and resource management and deputise for the director when required.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in the operational management of a complex technical service. They will be committed to and focussed on ensuring the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source remains at the cutting edge of neutron and muon science, and increasing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Management oversight of all aspects of operations of the ISIS facility
• Management of the ISIS estate
• Management of the ISIS budget
• In year budget control within the agreed budget
• Long term resource and capital planning
• Management of ISIS staffing levels within the agreed staffing plan
• Functional oversight of ISIS projects (operational and financial)
• Reporting as required on areas of responsibility
• Contribution to corporate activities in relevant areas – operations, finance, corporate services, HR
• Represent ISIS in relevant areas in a national and international context
• Deputising for the ISIS Director as required

Qualifications

Essential: BSc Hon in relevant science or engineering subject or equivalent.

Desirable: NEBOSH Certificate or diploma Doctorate in science or engineering.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential: Extensive experience of working in a management role in a large-scale research facility. Experience of leading technical teams within a complex science facility with a track record of improving delivery. Extensive experience in leading people and resources Experience in the financial management of a major research facility Practical experience in maintaining high standards of health and safety, both in culture and activity.

Desirable: Demonstrated ability of working in a senior management role in a large scientific user facility International profile in neutron facility management and service delivery.

Personal Skills and Qualities

Essential: Leadership, decision making, communication, planning, judgement, diplomacy, persuasion, enthusiasm, initiative, ability to present information in a concise way (presentations and board papers), numeracy and solutions focused. An effective team player.

Special Requirements

Ability to work in radiological designated areas Willingness to travel.

UKRI is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.