We are looking for a Laboratory Manager/ Technical Expert to perform and supervises a range of complex work activities including overseeing and day-today management of the delivery of the Open Access Service and support of other instrumentation within the Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Facility. The work involves:

• the application of highly specialised technical skills, to maintain and troubleshoot a portfolio of analytical instruments (LC-MS, SFC-MS, GC-MS)
• managing and delivering short and medium-term projects and work assignments,
• managing technical practices and service provisions,
• providing specialist advice, guidance and recommendations to staff and students on a range of analytical LC-MS, SFC-MS, GC-MS instruments,
• Ensuring operational excellence and consistency of practice, especially in Health and Safety, in line with university strategic priorities

The Open Access Service, delivered over 13,000 sample analyses in the last financial year. In addition, with recent investments and funding successes in the School, especially in the Organic & Biological Chemistry research area, this activity is expected to grow further – with 20 PhD students starting in this section in September.

At the University of Southampton, we value diversity and equality. The University recognises that employees may wish to have working patterns that fit with their caring responsibilities or work-life balance. Due consideration will also be given to applicants who have had career breaks for reasons including maternity, paternity or adoption leave, disability or illness. Both the University of Southampton and Chemistry are proud to hold Athena Swan Silver Awards.

Closing Date: 19 Oct 2026

Section: Technical & Experimental

Salary: £36,636 to £43,482
Full Time Permanent