Laboratory Manager - ICP

Russell Taylor Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is seeking a Laboratory Manager with a strong ICP background to lead the technical operation and development of the Liverpool laboratory. You will own instrumentation, analytical capability and standards while supporting a busy lab environment.

You will oversee ICP laboratories, develop techniques, ensure QA, train staff, and drive efficiency and sample turnaround. ISO 17025 knowledge and leadership are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Five years' practical experience with ICP instrumentation.
• Strong working knowledge of ICP-OES and ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems.
• Experience developing analytical techniques and assessing their suitability for different sample types.
• Understanding of laboratory quality systems, ideally ISO 17025.
• A scientific qualification, ideally degree in Chemistry or related subject; HNC/HND considered.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with colleagues at different levels.
• Previous experience leading a laboratory team would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Take technical lead across the ICP laboratories and ensure analytic approaches are consistent and reliable.
• Oversee laboratory resources, equipment and day-to-day activities to maintain an efficient service.
• Investigate instrument faults and resolve technical issues to keep analytical work moving.
• Introduce and refine analytical techniques, including assessment and validation of new methods.
• Review laboratory processes and identify ways to improve output, efficiency and sample turnaround.
• Provide technical direction and ongoing training to laboratory colleagues.
• Maintain quality assurance procedures and support external accreditation assessments.
• Take responsibility for laboratory safety, equipment upkeep and correct handling of materials.
• Work with internal colleagues, external suppliers and technical support teams to resolve issues and improve capability.

Skills

ICP instrumentation

ICP-OES knowledge

Analytical technique development

Quality systems (ISO 17025)

Chemistry degree or related

Communication skills

Lab leadership experience

Education

Chemistry degree or related

HNC/HND considered

Tools

ICP equipment management

Job description

Vacancy Title: Laboratory Manager - ICP Contract Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool Industry: SCIENTIFIC Salary: Competitive - details on request Start Date: 2026-12-01 REF: J91988864 Contact Name: Johnathan Miller Contact Email: [e-mail] Vacancy Published: 1 day ago Laboratory Manager - ICP
Based in Liverpool
Salary: Competitive - details on request

We are working with our client to recruit a Laboratory Manager with a strong background in ICP analysis to take responsibility for the technical operation and development of their laboratory facilities.

This is an opportunity for an experienced ICP professional to take ownership of instrumentation, analytical capability and laboratory standards, while supporting the development of the wider team. The role will suit someone who enjoys remaining technically involved while also taking responsibility for the effective running of a busy laboratory environment.

The role will involve:

• Taking the technical lead across the ICP laboratories and ensuring analytical approaches are consistent and reliable.
• Overseeing laboratory resources, equipment and day-to-day activities to maintain an efficient service.
• Investigating instrument faults and resolving technical issues to keep analytical work moving.
• Introducing and refining analytical techniques, including the assessment and validation of new methods.
• Reviewing laboratory processes and identifying ways to improve output, efficiency and sample turnaround.
• Providing technical direction and ongoing training to laboratory colleagues.
• Maintaining appropriate quality assurance procedures and supporting external accreditation assessments.
• Taking responsibility for laboratory safety, equipment upkeep and the correct handling of materials.
• Working with internal colleagues, external suppliers and technical support teams to resolve issues and improve laboratory capability.

What we're looking for:

• A minimum of five years' practical experience working with ICP instrumentation.
• A strong working knowledge of ICP-OES and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems.
• Experience developing analytical techniques and assessing their suitability for different sample types.
• An understanding of laboratory quality systems, ideally including ISO 17025.
• A scientific qualification, ideally a degree in Chemistry or a related subject. HNC/HND qualifications will also be considered.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues at different levels.
• Previous experience supporting or leading a laboratory team would be advantageous.

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