Senior Laboratory Manager – Toxicology Growth & Performance

ROYAL SOCIETY OF CHEMISTRY; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ROYAL SOCIETY OF CHEMISTRY is recruiting a Senior / Laboratory Manager to lead a specialist toxicology laboratory in the United Kingdom. The role supports the Director of Toxicology in driving laboratory performance, growth and the development of new services.

The successful candidate will lead supervisors, scientists and administrators, enhance productivity and drive commercial projects while ensuring compliance with ISO standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree or higher qualification in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Experience in a managerial / strategic role, ideally within toxicology or laboratory services.
• Experience in a high-throughput, regulated or accredited environment.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including P&L understanding.
• Track record of improving operational efficiency and delivering projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of the toxicology strategy and deputise for the Director when required.
• Lead and develop teams of supervisors, scientists and administrators, driving performance and employee development.
• Improve laboratory productivity, efficiency and service quality within a high-throughput environment.
• Contribute to commercial projects, tender bids and the development of new products and services.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction and the adoption of new technologies.
• Support compliance with ISO 17025, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, working closely with the QHSE Manager.
• Collaborate across the business to deliver strategic projects and growth objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Financial acumen

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

ROYAL SOCIETY OF CHEMISTRY is recruiting a Senior / Laboratory Manager to lead a specialist toxicology laboratory in the United Kingdom. The role supports the Director of Toxicology in driving laboratory performance, growth and the development of new services.

The successful candidate will lead supervisors, scientists and administrators, enhance productivity and drive commercial projects while ensuring compliance with ISO standards and industry best practices.