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Research Project and Laboratory Manager

Grade 7 (Grade 6 considered)

6 March 2026

Location

Warneford Hospital, Oxford OX3 7JX

University of Oxford

Type

Full-time, fixed-term (2 years)

Salary

£38,674 - £46,913 (Grade 7); £35,681 - £41,636 (Grade 6)

Required Qualifications

PhD or near completion (Grade 7)
Undergrad/Masters (Grade 6)
Cell biology/biochemistry/neuroscience
Mammalian cell culture
Molecular biology (immunoblotting, immunostaining)
Laboratory management
Project coordination

Research Areas

Neuroimmunology
Immunopsychiatry
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Research Project and Laboratory Manager

Research Project and Laboratory Manager

Department of Psychiatry, Warneford Hospital, Oxford OX3 7JX

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic. The Department of Psychiatry is based on the Warneford Hospital site in Oxford – a friendly, welcoming place of work with an international reputation for excellence. The Department has a substantial research programme, with major funding from Medical Research Council (MRC), Wellcome Trust and National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and provides highly rated medical training in psychiatry. The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox.

We are seeking a motivated Research Project & Laboratory Manager to join the Oxford Laboratory for Neuroimmunology and Immunopsychiatry, led by Associate Professor Lahiru Handunnetthi. This is a key role at the heart of an interdisciplinary research group, combining hands-on scientific expertise with project coordination and laboratory management.

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

  • An excellent contributory pension scheme
  • 38 days annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Cycle loan scheme
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
  • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

About the Role

The post is funded for two years and is based in the Centre for Human Genetics and Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital**.

You will oversee day-to-day laboratory operations, supporting a safe, well-organised and productive research environment. You will manage research and administrative activities independently, and to drive research projects to completion. You will coordinate and manage a diverse portfolio of research projects in the laboratory, including timelines, resource management, and troubleshooting.

Whilst the role is a Grade 7 position, we would be willing to consider candidates with less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at Grade 6 (35681 -£41636) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate.

About You

You will have or to be close to completing PhD (Grade 7 post) or hold an undergraduate or Master’s degree (Grade 6 post) in cell biology, biochemistry, neuroscience or related biological discipline. You will have experience in mammalian cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques such as immunoblotting and immunostaining. An experience supporting, training, or mentoring researchers or students is desirable.

Diversity

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

Our active Psychiatry People and Culture teams and initiatives including our values and behaviours framework, work to make the Department of Psychiatry as supportive, welcoming and inclusive as possible.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. Please see the University pages on the application process at https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/application-process

The closing date for applications is 6 March 2026

Interviews will take place during week commencing 16 March 2026 and will be face to face/online as required

Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 7

Salary (£): £38674-£46913

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Research Project and Laboratory Manager role?

For Grade 7, a PhD or near completion in cell biology, biochemistry, neuroscience or related field is required, plus experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular biology techniques like immunoblotting and immunostaining. Grade 6 accepts undergrad or Masters with adjusted duties. Desirable: mentoring experience. See postdoc success tips for preparation.

🔬What are the main responsibilities in this laboratory manager position?

Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations, ensure safe and productive environment, manage research projects (timelines, resources, troubleshooting), coordinate diverse portfolio, and drive projects to completion. Combines hands-on science with project coordination and lab management. Explore research assistant excellence for related skills.

💰What is the salary and contract duration for this University of Oxford job?

Salary: £38,674-£46,913 (Grade 7); £35,681-£41,636 (Grade 6 development role). Fixed-term 2 years, full-time. Benefits include excellent pension, 38 days annual leave, childcare, family schemes. Check employer benefits insights.

📝How do I apply for the Research Project and Laboratory Manager position?

Upload covering letter/supporting statement, CV, and two referees via online application at University pages: Oxford jobs process. Closing 6 March 2026; interviews w/c 16 March 2026 (face-to-face/online). Prepare with academic CV tips.

🧠What research focus and locations does this role involve?

Join Oxford Laboratory for Neuroimmunology and Immunopsychiatry led by Assoc Prof Lahiru Handunnetthi. Based at Warneford Hospital, Oxford OX3 7JX and Centre for Human Genetics. Interdisciplinary neuroimmunology and immunopsychiatry research. Learn more via research role thriving guide.

🚀Is this role suitable for career development at University of Oxford?

Yes, Grade 6 option for less experienced candidates seeking development, with adjusted responsibilities. University offers wellbeing benefits like pension, leave, childcare. Committed to diversity and inclusion. Reference higher ed employer branding for culture insights.
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