Job Description:

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.