Laboratory Manager – Surgery

Company: SONICOM
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Location: London
Job Description:

The Department of Surgery and Cancer (S&C) is looking for a Laboratory Manager who will play a vital role in the administration and management of the S&C research laboratories predominantly at Hammersmith Hospital and White City Campuses.

You will also support the Head of Division, Heads of Section and PIs in the management of their Health and Safety (H&S) responsibilities. The post holder will be a member of the S&C H&S Compliance team, carrying out inspections of laboratories across the S&C sites.

What you would be doing

The role is responsible for the overall management and smooth operation of laboratory facilities, including health and safety compliance, equipment maintenance, procurement, stock control and general day‑to‑day operational support across laboratories and offices. It involves maintaining equipment and infrastructure, coordinating refurbishments and relocations, and working with central departments (Estates, ICT, Finance and Safety) as required.

The post holder will lead on teaching, and training staff and students, ensuring safe and efficient laboratory practices. This includes delivering inductions, maintaining compliance, providing first‑line advice, resolving operational issues and liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including researchers, service providers and external contractors.

What we are looking for

  • Excellent skills in prioritising tasks, maintaining high standards, and providing reliable administrative support to ensure the Facilities run efficiently and smoothly.
  • Proactive and effective communication skills to ensure the implementation of Imperial College London policies.
  • Excellent writing skills to create reports and contribute to grant proposal.
  • Strong record keeping skills to monitor and maintain critical compliance and operational records including safety documents, consumable stocks, equipment assets, services and repairs.
  • The ability to work on multiple projects at the same time, while delivering tasks to deadlines.

What we can offer you

  • The opportunity to work at a world‑leading institution and be part of Imperial’s mission in science for humanity.
  • Benefit from sector‑leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
  • Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from dayone, generous family leave packages, on‑site leisure facilities and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
  • 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

This role is full‑time, open‑ended (35 hours per week) based at Hammersmith Hospital and White City.

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Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to 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 webpages.

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Posted: May 30th, 2026