King's College London

About Us

The School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences (SCMMS), is one of six schools that make up the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine (FoLSM) at King’s College London. The School drives translation of world-leading basic science into advances in clinical practices with activities focusing on the Cardiac Biomedicine, Diabetes and Vascular Biomedicine.

King’s College London, School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences (SCMMS) provides an outstanding multi-disciplinary environment for the pursuit of cutting-edge cardiovascular and metabolic research. We study the fundamental molecular, cellular, and physiological processes that underly normal and abnormal cardiovascular and metabolic function in state-of-the art core facilities. We drive the translation of this strong basic science into advances in clinical practice to improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment, across Guy’s, FWB, St Thomas’ and Denmark Hill campuses.   

About the role

We are looking to recruit a Technical Manager who will be responsible for providing comprehensive technical services to support the smooth running of the SCMMS research labs, especially for the groups based at our Denmark Hill campus.

The successful applicant is expected to liaise with SCMMS Principal Investigators (PIs), research staff, students and external stakeholders (engineers, delivery staff, maintenance and security personnel etc.) to ensure a safe working environment is maintained and complies with Health & Safety regulations, maintain SCMMS infrastructure including laboratories, be responsible for planning the maintenance & servicing of equipment and act as point of contact for staff queries.

The post would suit someone looking to pursue a career in technical operational delivery. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and motivated team player and able to work well with a technical team to deliver a comprehensive technical service.

A research background in cell biology and technical support to laboratories or research facilities and previous line-management experience would be an advantage.

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week) onsite no hybrid working, and you will be offered an indefinite contract.

About You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

1. Level 6 qualification, e.g., relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent, plus substantial work experience in relevant technical/scientific service posts OR Extensive work experience in relevant technical/ scientific posts with management experience and/or qualification
2. Excellent spoken and written communication skills, with advanced computer use and strong interpersonal and influencing/behavioural skills to build a strong network to support the delivery of the service
3. Comprehensive technical experience and knowledge of a range of scientific procedures and the underpinning scientific theory applicable to the work area and their environmental impact
4. Solutions-focused self-starter, with excellent planning and analytical skills, able to manage staff and facilities, setting performance standards, and establishing protocols to deliver these
5. Comprehensive knowledge of regulations and best practice governing area of work, including Health & Safety and environmental sustainability
6. Evidence of an active commitment to professional development, such as working towards CSci and clear progression in increasingly demanding jobs
7. Knowledge of environmental impacts of laboratory work and an interest in reducing the negative impacts

Desirable criteria

1. Formal Health & Safety qualification e.g. NEBOSH/IOSH
2. Able and willing to provide support beyond core hours, as required
3. Experience of supervising/advising junior team members, giving feedback on performance levels and training/coaching where necessary

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘ How we Recruit’ pages.

Interviews are due to be held in May 2025 with a view to start in June.

This post is subject to Occupational Health clearance.