Head of Laboratory Systems, LIMS

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A research-focused organization in Oxford is seeking a Head of Lab Systems - LIMS to lead the management and design of laboratory technology. The successful candidate will need a strong background in both science and laboratory automation, ensuring all systems meet regulatory standards. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a 20% bonus, travel allowance, and health insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus 20% bonus

Travel allowance

Pension and Private Health

Laptop (Macbook or Windows)

Wellbeing support

Life Insurance

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Successful track record in LIMS implementation is essential.
• Significant experience managing laboratory operations and IT infrastructure.
• Proven skills in leadership and managing infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver advanced laboratory technology and IT systems.
• Oversee maintenance of laboratory IT infrastructure.
• Partner with research leaders to deliver lab technology solutions.

Skills

Laboratory automation specialist knowledge

Leadership

Understanding of regulatory compliance

Cybersecurity protocols

Education

PhD or Degree in relevant field (Science, IT or Engineering)

Job description

Overview

CK Group are recruiting for a Head of Lab Systems - LIMS, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be fully on-site and requires the successful candidate to come from both a science and laboratory automation background, as this role has both IT and laboratory crossovers. The Company: A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health. Location: Oxford. The Role: A key leadership role, the successful candidate will lead the design, implementation and maintenance of the laboratory technology and infrastructure (including data systems, networks, and digital platforms).

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver advanced laboratory technology, IT systems, and engineering solutions
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of laboratory IT infrastructure (data systems, networks, and digital platforms etc)
• Partner with research leaders, IT, and external vendors to deliver scalable and future-ready lab technology and infrastructure solutions
• Identify emerging lab technologies and IT innovations
• Ensure the maintenance, calibration, and lifecycle management of laboratory equipment and technology
• Ensure laboratory systems meet all regulatory, health, safety, and data security standards

Background / Qualifications

• PhD or a Degree in relevant field - i.e. Science, IT or Engineering
• Successful track record in LIMS implementation (laboratory information management systems) - ESSENTIAL
• Significant experience managing laboratory operations, engineering systems, and IT infrastructure in a research environment
• Laboratory automation specialist knowledge - ESSENTIAL
• Understanding of regulatory compliance (e.g., GLP, ISO standards) in laboratory environments
• Proven skills in leadership and managing infrastructure projects
• Experience with cybersecurity protocols and vendor relationships

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus 20% bonus
• Travel allowance
• Pension and Private Health
• Laptop (Macbook or Windows)
• Wellbeing support
• Life Insurance
• Health cash plan

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