Laboratory Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive Lab Operations Manager for an immunotherapy research lab in Oxford. This high-impact role involves managing lab safety, logistics, and compliance to support groundbreaking therapies. Candidates should have experience in biotech environments and extensive knowledge of safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in biotech or life sciences lab environment.
• Strong understanding of UK lab legislation and safety protocols.
• Safety certification preferred (NEBOSH, IOSH).

Responsibilities

• Oversee lab health and safety operations and compliance.
• Manage lab logistics including inventory and equipment.
• Maintain documentation and support audit readiness.

Skills

Biosafety protocols

Lab logistics management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

BSc in life sciences or equivalent experience

Tools

Digital lab systems (LIMS, ELNs)

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Laboratory Operations Manager, Cheltenham

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Client:

Northreach

Location:

Oxford, UK

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Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Lab Operations Manager – Cell Therapy background.

Location: Oxford, UK

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a proactive Lab Operations Manager to support a cutting-edge immunotherapy research lab working at the forefront of cell-based treatments. This is a hands-on, high-impact role responsible for ensuring the smooth, safe, and compliant running of laboratory operations in a fast-paced biotech setting.

You’ll be the backbone of our lab—overseeing equipment, consumables, safety practices, and compliance—freeing our scientists to focus on driving forward potentially life-changing therapies.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

• Act as the primary contact for lab health and safety operations.
• Maintain up-to-date risk assessments, COSHH records, and biosafety documentation.

Lab Operations

• Lead day-to-day lab logistics: inventory, consumables, and maintenance.
• Oversee equipment calibration, servicing, and troubleshooting.
• Manage waste disposal (biological, chemical, clinical) in line with regulations.
• Liaise with external suppliers, service engineers, and contractors.
• Coordinate access for maintenance, installation, and emergency works.

Documentation & Compliance

• Draft and maintain SOPs, lab manuals, and safety documentation.
• Support audit readiness and uphold best practices aligned with GMP/GxP standards.

About You

• Previous experience in a biotech, immunotherapy, or life sciences lab environment.
• Strong understanding of biosafety protocols and UK lab legislation.
• Confident managing equipment, inventory, and contractor relationships.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving, and regulated setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• BSc (or equivalent experience) in a life science or related field.
• Familiarity with GMP/GxP practices in a lab setting.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent safety certification (preferred).
• Experience with digital lab systems (LIMS, ELNs, inventory software).

Why This Role Matters

This is not just an operations job—it’s a chance to be part of a team tackling some of the most complex challenges in modern medicine. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, safeguard scientific integrity, and help drive progress in immunotherapy, we want to hear from you.