Applications are invited for a Laboratory Supervisor in the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI), at the University of Cambridge, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Cambridge Biomedical Campus.
Dementia is the greatest health challenge of our century. To date there is no way to prevent it or even slow its progression, and there is an urgent need to fill the knowledge gap in our basic understanding of the diseases that cause it. The UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) is the biggest UK initiative driving forward research to fill this gap.
We are a globally leading multidisciplinary research institute of 700 staff investigating the spectrum of neurodegenerative disorders causing dementia, with laboratory-based research groups located at University College London, the University of Cambridge, Cardiff University, Edinburgh University, Imperial College London and King's College London.
Role Overview
We are now looking for a Laboratory Supervisor to provide a senior technical service to support all areas of research activities undertaken by UK DRI groups at the University of Cambridge. This involves assisting with the day-to-day management of several research laboratories within the Island Research Building, to include the procurement of central equipment and consumable supplies, management of central facilities, health and safety management, and local project management. In addition, they will liaise with the Departmental Laboratory and Facilities Manager and colleagues in the wider Department, to help establish and maintain a strong and positive departmental H&S culture.
Minimum Requirements
Extensive previous experience of working in a research laboratory environment is required and laboratory management is desirable. Significant experience and understanding of health & safety guidelines and legislation including (but not limited to) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health and Genetically Modified Organisms (Contained Use) Regulations 2000 is also essential. A qualification equitable to HND/HNC, level 4/5 vocational qualifications or an equivalent level of practical experience is required.
For informal inquiries please contact Jack Novak, UK DRI at Cambridge Centre Manager: jn464@cam.ac.uk
Limited funding: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form. Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
Interview date: To Be Confirmed.
Please quote reference ZE45434 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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