Deputy Containment level 3 & Biosafety ManagerOpportunity ID 11940Faculty Medicine & Dentistry Location QM London Contract Type Permanent Working Patterns Full Time Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.00Salary Range 45,174 - 52,790 per annum Job Pack Opportunity 11940 - Deputy Containment & Biosafety Manager.pdf – 836KB Opens in a new windowContact Details Name: Dr Diwakar Santhakumar, Job Title: Containment level 3 & Biosafety ManagerEmail Address: d.santhakumar@qmul.ac.uk About the Role About the RoleThe Blizard Institute seeks a Deputy Containment Level 3 (CL3) & Biosafety Manager to support the safe, efficient operation of its three CL3 suites and wider biosafety governance. Reporting to the CL3 & Biosafety Manager, and working closely with Queen Mary’s Biological Safety Adviser, the post holder will deputise fully in the Manager’s absence and provide second-line 24/7 emergency cover, strengthening resilience in incident response and safety governance. The post holder will own training, induction and competency assessment across CL2, CL3 and Genetic Modification facilities, act as independent second reviewer of risk assessments and SOPs and oversee biosafety-critical equipment. The role also supports inspections, laboratory consolidation projects and sustainability initiatives, includes acting as an Institute H&S Coordinator and deputising at the CL3 Users Group and BGMSC, and carries line management of a senior technician.About YouThe successful candidate will hold a relevant life sciences degree and a postgraduate or professional qualification (or equivalent experience), with experience of CL2/CL3 laboratories and Genetically Modified Micro-organism risk assessment. They will understand current H&S legislation, have authored or reviewed biological/COSHH risk assessments, and have delivered training and competency programmes. Knowledge of incident investigation and containment emergency procedures, strong communication and influencing skills, and a commitment to EDI are essential. An H&S qualification (e.g. IOSH or NEBOSH) and on-call experience are desirable.About the School/Department/Institute/ProjectThe Blizard Institute was established in 2003 and is one of six Institutes within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, QMUL. The Institute is comprised of staff based in four academic Centres and one Public Engagement Centre and supports a combined total of c700 postgraduate research and taught students. The Blizard constitutes a world class biomedical research institute that integrates all stages of research from basic science through to clinical studies across a diverse range of fields including genomics, cell biology, translational immunology, neuroscience and trauma. Our research addresses the health needs of our local population, while delivering new treatments on a global scale and aims to deliver excellence in all aspects of research, teaching and clinical service.About Queen MaryAt Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form. Benefits We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities.Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.Closing Date 10/12/2026, 23:55
Deputy Containment level 3 & Biosafety Manager employer: Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that champions diversity and innovation in higher education. With competitive salaries, generous leave, and extensive professional development opportunities, employees are supported in their growth while contributing to impactful educational initiatives. Located in the heart of London, the university provides a dynamic environment where technology-enhanced learning thrives, making it an ideal place for those passionate about advancing education through technology.
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