Laboratory Operations Manager – Safety & Shared Labs

Imperial Enterprise; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

43 days annual leave

Season ticket loan

Pension scheme

Job summary

Imperial College London’s Imperial Incubator seeks a Laboratory Manager to oversee safe, day-to-day operations of shared labs and communal areas, supporting 20+ early-stage ventures at White City and Base One North Acton. You will conduct risk assessments, safety audits, supervisor induction, and act as on-site safety contact, ensuring equipment runs smoothly and compliance with quality standards.

This maternity-cover, 15-month role offers a sector-leading salary, generous leave (43 days), a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Cat 2 laboratory.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for operational excellence and safety.
• Experience drafting policies and SOPs and enforcing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out risk assessments, regular walk rounds, and safety audits.
• Liaise with suppliers and ensure shared equipment is functioning properly.
• Manage chemical and LN2 storage and lab waste streams.
• Lead lab safety meetings and investigate accidents and near misses.
• Induct new occupants and support tours and VIP visits; act as on-site safety contact.
• Manage the safe operation of shared equipment areas.

Skills

Lab safety

Communication

Stakeholder management

Quality standards

Job description

Imperial College London’s Imperial Incubator seeks a Laboratory Manager to oversee safe, day-to-day operations of shared labs and communal areas, supporting 20+ early-stage ventures at White City and Base One North Acton. You will conduct risk assessments, safety audits, supervisor induction, and act as on-site safety contact, ensuring equipment runs smoothly and compliance with quality standards.

This maternity-cover, 15-month role offers a sector-leading salary, generous leave (43 days), a