Head of Laboratory Operations

University of Oxford
Full-time Oxford, England Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians
Posted:
June 16, 2026
Location:
Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Job Description

We are seeking

to appoint an experienced Head of Laboratory Operations for the Laboratory of Molecular Neurodegeneration. The Head of Laboratory Operations is a key position in ensuring the efficient, compliant, and safe operation of the laboratory. The post-holder will lead a team of technical staff to support a large, vibrant, multidisciplinary and collaborative research group comprising a number of Research Fellows and junior PIs working within the field of neurodegeneration; lead on the group’s technical infrastructure and support framework, health & safety and lab sustainability; manage a major cluster of high-end equipment for drug and target discovery and associated data storage; manage and train laboratory staff; and manage laboratory budgets. Key responsibilities:
  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for planning and delivery of infrastructure operations

  • Manage laboratory expenditure and resource allocation

  • Manage...
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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Full-time
    Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
    Posted: June 16, 2026
    Deadline: July 26, 2026