Scientific Manager | 12 month fixed-term

Here at the world-famous and internationally respected Wellcome Sanger Institute, the Cellular Genetics Programme is seeking a 12-month maternity cover for a Scientific Manager to support the research activities of all our faculty groups. You will sit within our Cellular Genetics Wet Lab Support (Team 279) working closely with the scientific managers and wet lab scientists to deliver the aims of our department.,

• General Laboratory management such as ordering of consumables, equipment and participation in space management activities.
• Project management of a diverse portfolio of research studies - understanding project requirements and monitoring project progression.
• Supporting teams to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Supporting team to ensure work is compliant with HTA regulations and internal governance policies.
• Liaising with internal and external collaborators regarding sample availability, organising the logistics required for the processing of these samples.
• Submitting samples to operations teams for sequencing and monitoring data generation.
  
  This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and adaptable individual to gain exposure to single-cell and spatial technologies and to support the innovative science being delivered within the Cellular Genetics Programme. You will be an effective and diplomatic communicator who can respond dynamically to sudden changing priories whilst dividing your time effectively between multiple faculty teams., Educated to PhD level in biological sciences or equivalent work experience
• In depth knowledge and experience of practical laboratory work
• In depth practical experience in basic molecular biology techniques
• Experience of single cell RNAseq protocols, including sequencing library preparation
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Practical experience of working with MS Office
• Good problem solving skills
  
  The Cellular Genetics (Cell Gen) Wet-Lab Support Team is a core team who provides wet-lab and scientific/lab management assistance across the Programme. We work to support the human cell atlassing work that is being undertaken in the different faculty groups. This includes supporting; sample acquisition logistics, sample management and compliance monitoring, the introduction, optimisation and application of specialised cutting-edge single-cell and spatial genomic methodologies and lab space provision and management.
The team works very collaboratively across the Programme and the wider institute community; engaging with various scientific operations and support services teams to ensure the smooth running of all aspects of Cell Gen science., Hybrid Working at Wellcome Sanger: We recognise that there are many benefits to Hybrid Working; including an improved work-life balance, with more focused time, as well as the ability to organise working time so that collaborative opportunities and team discussions are facilitated on campus. The hybrid working arrangement will vary for different roles and teams. The nature of your role and the type of work you do will determine if a hybrid working arrangement is possible. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We aim to attract, recruit, retain and develop talent from the widest possible talent pool, thereby gaining insight and access to different markets to generate a greater impact on the world. We have a supportive culture with the following staff networks, LGBTQ+, Parents and Carers, Disability and Race Equity to bring people together to share experiences, offer specific support and development opportunities and raise awareness. The networks are also a place for allies to provide support to others. We want our people to be whoever they want to be because we believe people who bring their best selves to work, do their best work. That's why we're committed to creating a truly inclusive culture at Sanger Institute. We will consider all individuals without discrimination and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, where everyone can thrive. Our Benefits: We are proud to deliver an awarding campus-wide employee wellbeing strategy and programme. The importance of good health and adopting a healthier lifestyle and the commitment to reduce work-related stress is strongly acknowledged and recognised at Sanger Institute. Sanger Institute became a signatory of the International Technician Commitment initiative In March 2018. The Technician Commitment aims to empower and ensure visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians working in higher education and research, across all disciplines.