Research Laboratory Manager

Ref Number

B02-10930

Professional Expertise

Laboratory Technical and Lab Support

Department

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

£43,981-£52,586

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

On site

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

12-Aug-2026

About us

Professor Erin Schuman will join the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology as Institute Director in January 2027; the Schuman laboratory will join the Department of Neurodegenerative Disease and will be located in the Francis Crick Institute.

Erin Schuman lab’s long-standing research interest is the study of the molecular and cell biological processes that control protein synthesis and degradation in neurons and their synapses. The complex morphology of neurons, with most synapses located hundreds of microns from the cell body, presents a logistical challenge for the establishment, maintenance and modification of local synaptic proteomes. Neurons have solved this problem by localising important cell biological machines, including ribosomes and proteasomes, within dendrites and axons.

About the role

The Schuman Lab is now recruiting an enthusiastic Research Laboratory Manager with a passion for neuronal cell biology and an understanding of the necessary groundwork required in managing the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a fast-paced, collaborative laboratory, able to keep it orderly and well organised.

You will oversee all operations for the newly established research group in conjunction with the Principal Investigator (PI) and lab members. The position integrates research, laboratory management and administrative responsibilities. You will also have the opportunity to conduct independent research projects to the extent that you desire in consultation with the PI, as well as provide technical and experimental support for several projects ongoing in the Schuman lab.

The post is available from January 2027 and funded for two years in the first instance.

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team (ion.hradmin@ucl.ac.uk).

A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below. To apply, please upload a current CV, complete the online application form, and use the supporting statement section or upload a cover letter to outline how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. Please do not upload any additional attachments as these will not be considered by the selection panel.

Interviews are expected to take place on 07 or 11 September 2026.

About you

You’ll have a PhD in Molecular-Cellular Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or a related discipline, and prior experience of working in experimental laboratory research, working with neurons, biochemistry, molecular biology, and histology assays, and of managing transgenic mouse lines.

You’ll have strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, the ability to act on your own initiative, and be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)

Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme

Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Immigration loan

On-site nursery

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service

Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.

This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and we are committed to advancing the careers of everyone. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives; visit our EDI website for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an Athena SWAN Gold award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.