Laboratory Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive Lab Operations Manager with a Cell Therapy background to join its innovative immunotherapy research lab. This high-impact role involves managing lab operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting scientists in their quest for developing life-changing therapies. If you're prepared to tackle some of today's most intricate challenges in modern medicine, we welcome your application.

Qualifications

• Experience in biotech, immunotherapy, or life sciences lab.
• Knowledge of biosafety protocols and UK lab legislation.
• Experience managing equipment and contractor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for lab health and safety operations.
• Manage daily lab logistics including inventory and maintenance.
• Draft and maintain SOPs and safety documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

BSc in life science or related field

Tools

Digital lab systems (LIMS, ELNs)

Job description

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Laboratory Operations Manager, Northampton

Client: Northreach

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a proactive Lab Operations Manager with a Cell Therapy background.

Location: Oxford, UK

The Opportunity

Join a cutting-edge immunotherapy research lab working at the forefront of cell-based treatments. This hands-on, high-impact role ensures the smooth, safe, and compliant operation of laboratory activities in a fast-paced biotech environment.

You will oversee equipment, consumables, safety practices, and compliance, enabling scientists to focus on developing potentially life-changing therapies.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

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

Lab Operations

• Manage daily lab logistics: inventory, consumables, maintenance.
• Oversee equipment calibration, servicing, and troubleshooting.
• Handle biological, chemical, and clinical waste disposal in line with regulations.
• Coordinate with external suppliers, service engineers, and contractors.
• Arrange access for maintenance, installation, and emergency works.

Documentation & Compliance

• Draft and maintain SOPs, lab manuals, and safety documentation.
• Support audit readiness and ensure adherence to GMP/GxP standards.

About You

• Experience in a biotech, immunotherapy, or life sciences lab.
• Knowledge of biosafety protocols and UK lab legislation.
• Experience managing equipment, inventory, and contractor relationships.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, regulated environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• BSc (or equivalent) in a life science or related field.
• Familiarity with GMP/GxP practices.
• Safety certifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH (preferred).
• Experience with digital lab systems (LIMS, ELNs, inventory software).

Why This Role Matters

This role offers the chance to be part of a team addressing some of the most complex challenges in modern medicine. If you’re eager to contribute to advancing immunotherapy, we want to hear from you.