Laboratory Compliance Manager and Health & Safety Advisor

Be the driving force behind safe, compliant, and world-class research

We’re looking for a confident and proactive Laboratory Compliance Manager & Health and Safety Advisor to lead compliance and safety across our shared laboratory facilities.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of health, safety, and biosafety compliance across the North Wyke site.
• Oversee day-to-day lab operations: inductions, risk assessments, SOPs, and access control.
• Manage chemical and biological inventories, shared equipment, and waste streams.
• Conduct audits, investigate incidents, and implement preventative measures.
• Deliver training and guidance to staff, students, and visiting researchers.
• Support budgeting, procurement, and contribute to capital grant submissions.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in a scientific discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH/NEBOSH or equivalent).
• Proven experience in laboratory environments and compliance management.
• Strong understanding of regulations, quality systems, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.

Experience in biosafety and quality system design is desirable.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous annual leave plus flexible working options.
• Excellent pension scheme and access to wellbeing support.
• Professional development opportunities, including IOSH/NEBOSH and biosafety training.
• Work in a collaborative, innovative research environment where your impact matters.
• Join an organisation committed to sustainability and scientific excellence.

Ready to make a difference?
For informal enquiries, contact Daniel Cornwall at daniel.cornwall@rothamsted.ac.uk.
Apply today and help us deliver safe, cutting-edge research.

This is a full-time position attracting a salary of up to £40,000 per annum dependent on experience