Transgenic Facility Manager

Are you experienced in molecular biology and in vivo research, with a strong interest in genetically modified animal models?

This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career, combining scientific expertise with team leadership to support cutting-edge biomedical research. As Transgenic Facility Supervisor, you’ll oversee the production of genetically modified animal models, work closely with researchers and lead a specialist technical team, helping deliver research that advances our understanding of human and animal health.

Key Responsibilities

Lead facility operations: Coordinate the production of approximately 100 genetically modified animal models each year.

Advise researchers: Provide scientific and technical guidance on project design, methodologies and practical

requirements.

Lead the team: Manage, support and develop three specialist technical staff.

Improve service delivery: Monitor performance, analyse operational data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and quality.

Support innovation: Keep up to date with emerging techniques and introduce new methodologies where appropriate.

Manage cryobanks: Oversee the preservation and management of embryos and sperm to safeguard valuable research models.

Coordinate resources: Balance project demands, technical capacity, animal resources and schedules to minimise delays.

Support financial planning: Contribute to budgeting, cost-recovery analysis and service pricing.

Resolve challenges: Troubleshoot technical issues and work collaboratively to find practical solutions.

Promote responsible research: Identify opportunities to refine procedures, minimise animal use and reduce harm.

Ensure compliance: Maintain regulatory compliance and high standards of animal care and welfare.

Build partnerships: Work effectively with researchers, colleagues, suppliers and regulatory bodies.

Plan for the future: Identify opportunities to develop the facility’s equipment, techniques and expertise.What We’re Looking For

You’ll be a scientifically knowledgeable and organised professional with strong technical expertise, leadership skills and a service-focused approach. You’ll be confident advising researchers, managing competing priorities and ensuring the effective delivery of a specialist research facility.

Essential Skills and Experience

Degree or equivalent qualification in Biology or a related discipline.

More than three years’ laboratory experience in molecular biology.

In-depth knowledge of legislation and regulations governing animal research.

Previous supervisory or management experience.

Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Authoritative knowledge of transgenesis, molecular genetics and associated systems and procedures.Desirable Skills and Experience

Postgraduate qualification in Molecular Genetics or a related discipline.

Senior-level experience in a university research environment.

Experience in transgenic animal production, embryo micromanipulation and animal surgery.

Experience generating CRISPR reagents.

Understanding of the institutional and operational

requirements involved in delivering a specialist research facility