Job Description

Job number

ENG03508

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Department of Chemical Engineering

Salary or Salary range

45,700 - 55,240 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - On site only

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

15 Jun 2025

About the role

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This post is for a Laboratory Manager who will be responsible for the Sustainable Energy Materials Group (SEMG) laboratories, their equipment, testing activities, safety, staff and student training, and lab discipline. The Laboratory Manager will report to the Department Services and Safety Manager to ensure that that activities in these laboratories are performed safely. The Laboratory Manager will work closely with the researchers within these laboratories who are responsible for integrating materials synthesis, battery assembly and testing, power to X technologies and materials characterisation.

What you would be doing

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You will be responsible for the maintenance of the equipment in the SEMG laboratories and will co-ordinate the procurement and installation of new equipment with the senior SEMG members when required. You will also set up and maintain online resources (i.e., booking systems, laboratory protocols, data management, managing and training group members, laboratory access). You will also liaise with the University facilities team and equipment servicing engineers will be required to ensure maintenance activities are performed as required.



You will also ensure that all SEMG laboratory users are trained appropriately before they undertake any activities as well as ensure that the correct safety and standard operating procedures, and risk assessments are in place. You will also be responsible for ensuring that Health and Safety regulations and procedures are followed within all SEMG laboratory spaces.



You will be responsible for a budget to procure consumables and small equipment and would be expected to assist with simple test rig build/procurement/operation activities. You will also support wider safety and equipment maintenance issues across the Department of Chemical Engineering as per your Line Manager's requests. You will keep up-to-date with developments in the area of instrumentation and analytical protocols, as well as safety, and this will include your attendance at appropriate workshops and conferences.

What we are looking for

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Master's or PhD degree in Chemistry, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field, or equivalent Experience in working with electrochemistry and, in particular, glove boxes and know-how for maintaining and regenerating them. Experience in working in a chemical research laboratory, operating and maintaining related instruments, and performing chemical synthesis of materials and electrochemistry Knowledge of chemical laboratory safety and COSHH regulations Ability to perform experience in a wet chemistry laboratory Advanced computer skills

What we can offer you

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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 39 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes). Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, 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

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The role is a

full-time post

and is a

fixed-term contract

for

12 months

with the possibility of extension. The role is entirely

onsite

at the Department of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London (South Kensington Campus). Starting date will be as soon as possible.



If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Magda Titirici.



If you experience any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.

Closing date: 15 June 2025

Interview date(s):

7 - 18 July 2025

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.



If you experience any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.

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, 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.

Our culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, eliminating discrimination and creating an inclusive working environment. 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.



Our values are at the heart of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity and innovation.

Available documents

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Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.

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 prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.

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, 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.



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.