Laboratory Manager (Imperial Incubator) - maternity cover
Job number
PRO01468
Faculties
Provost’s Team
Departments
Enterprise
Salary or Salary range
£48,246 - £58,318 per annum
Location/campus
White City Campus - On site only
Contract type work pattern
Full time - Fixed term
Posting End Date
22 Nov 2026
About the role
Imperial is offering an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Manager to play a central role in managing the safe running and daily operational excellence of the shared laboratories, facilities and communal areas used by the Imperial Incubator’s more than 20 early-stage ventures.
Based at Imperial’s White City campus and Base One North Acton, this position will work with the Incubator Manager and be supported by the Laboratory and Community Support Assistant and Incubator team to enhance collaboration, deliver hands-on day to day operations and community events to Imperial College spinouts and Incubator members. The role is key to ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained working environment across the ecosystem and may be called upon to support our other Lab Managers at other Imperial Incubator sites (currently Leap ARC Motherlabs, Hammersmith).
Part of the Enterprise Division which connects businesses, researchers and students with expertise, facilities, funding and support to turn cutting‑edge science and technology into real‑world impact and startups, this is a wonderful opportunity to work with and support early-stage start-ups developing deep science solutions to real world problems by supporting the wider entrepreneurial and incubation ecosystem within West Tech London.
What you would be doing
The role is varied with tasks ranging from carrying out risk assessments and regular ‘walk rounds’ and safety audits, liaising with suppliers, ensuring the shared equipment is functioning properly, managing chemical and LN2 storage, managing lab waste streams, events assistance, leading lab safety meetings and investigating accidents and near misses, induction of new occupants, supporting tours and VIP visits. You will act as the primary on-site safety contact for all laboratory users, providing high quality customer service and operational support, and manage the safe operation of shared equipment areas.
You will also onboard and induct all new clients, helping them to learn how to use shared equipment and work safely. You will also be responsible for ensuring the equipment is maintained and serviced.
What we are looking for
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven experience working in a Cat 2 laboratory.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
- A passion for operational excellence and safety.
- Track record of performing to identified Quality standards and of drafting policies and SOPs and enforcing their compliance.
What we can offer you
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
- Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
There are 2 maternity cover roles available for the Laboratory Manager position. Both are offered as full time, fixed-term contracts for 15 months, one in our lab on the White City campus and one in North Acton.
These are temporary appointments to cover the duties of members of staff whilst they are on maternity leave. The fixed term tenure given above may change should the member(s) of staff exercise their right to return to work earlier or delay their return to work.
Interviews are currently planned for 7th and 8th December and the ideal start date will be February 2027
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Graham Hewson. g.hewson@imperial.ac.uk
Please apply with an application form via the online system. CVs without a completed application form will not be considered.
Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.
We reserve the right to close the advert before the stated closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications. Please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you have any general queries about this vacancy, please contact the hiring manager listed in the ‘Further Information’ section. Alternatively, you can contact the Recruitment Hub at recruitmenthub@imperial.ac.uk, and we will be happy to assist you.
If you experience any technical issues that prevent you from submitting an application, please contact our Technical Support team at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk, who will be able to help resolve the issue.
About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top-ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.
Our Culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, eliminating discrimination, and creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our web pages.
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Our values are at the root of everything we do, and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
