Senior Director of Science Infrastructure and Operations

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research-driven organization in Oxford is seeking a Senior Director of Science Infrastructure and Operations. This pivotal role involves managing and enhancing scientific platforms and infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency, and supporting cutting-edge research. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background and extensive experience in managing laboratory infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing scientific operations and infrastructure.
• Proven skills in leadership and managing infrastructure projects.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary and translational research environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategy for scientific infrastructure.
• Oversee operations of scientific platforms ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with research leaders to identify infrastructure needs.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Infrastructure Management

Scientific Knowledge

Education

Degree in relevant scientific and IT disciplines

Job description

Job Description

CK Group are recruiting for a Senior Director of Science Infrastructure and Operations, 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 have a strong scientific background, with experience in building and managing laboratory infrastructure.

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 a state-of-the-art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics, and a 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:

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Science Infrastructure and Operations, to lead and enhance scientific platforms, infrastructure, and operations.

This pivotal role involves overseeing the development, integration, and management of state-of-the-art research facilities and technological resources, empowering scientists and researchers to excel in their work.

Responsibilities:

1. Developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy for scientific infrastructure that aligns with the organisation's research objectives and long-term vision.
2. Oversight of the operations of scientific platforms, ensuring efficiency, compliance with regulatory standards, and adherence to best practices.
3. Working closely with research leaders, principal investigators, and external partners to identify infrastructure needs and implement solutions that support cutting-edge research.

Background:

• Degree qualified in relevant scientific and IT disciplines.
• Extensive experience managing scientific operations and infrastructure within a research-intensive, talent-dense organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, manage complex projects, and drive strategic initiatives.
• In-depth understanding of the integration of scientific platforms and infrastructure.
• Experience in managing large-scale capital projects or infrastructure development initiatives.
• Proven skills in leadership and managing infrastructure projects.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary and translational research environment.

Apply:

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