Technical Operations Lead, Research Labs (Part-Time)

Exeter Science Park Limited; Penryn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days leave per year

Flexible working

Onsite gyms

Job summary

The University of Exeter is seeking a Technical Manager for the Tremough campus in Penryn to support the Ecology and conservation labs and broader Technical Strategy & Operations. This 12-month, part-time role involves training, supervising junior staff, and maintaining high safety and resource standards.

You will work across departments, ensure proper lab resources, and contribute to health and safety and sustainability policies as part of the Research Services Division.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing, setting up, running, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
• Inductions and training responsibilities for staff and lab users.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Operations Manager for Research.
• Supervise day-to-day activity of junior team members.
• Lead on resource allocation for core research activities.
• Champion health and safety best practices within the lab.

Skills

Lab management

Health & safety

Communication

Time management

Job description

The University of Exeter is seeking a Technical Manager for the Tremough campus in Penryn to support the Ecology and conservation labs and broader Technical Strategy & Operations. This 12-month, part-time role involves training, supervising junior staff, and maintaining high safety and resource standards.

You will work across departments, ensure proper lab resources, and contribute to health and safety and sustainability policies as part of the Research Services Division.