Facilities and Laboratory Safety Officer

About us:

At the  Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

Overview of the role:

We are seeking a Facilities and Laboratory Safety Officer to join DPAG’s facilities team. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and detail-oriented professional with experience in health and safety within a research or laboratory setting. You will have strong communication skills, the ability to identify and mitigate safety risks, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment. This post is available immediately.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in laboratories and research facilities.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Maintain safety documentation, including COSHH records and SOPs.
• Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance and hazardous waste disposal.
• Provide safety training and emergency preparedness support.

Selection criteria:

• Degree-level education with experience in laboratory safety.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk assessments.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

What we offer:

Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

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

While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 25 February.

Interviews are likely to take place during the first half of March, and will be face to face.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford. 

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Stay connected with us on  LinkedIn,  X and  Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team: hr@dpag.ox.ac.uk

DPAG’s Statement of Inclusion:

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and  Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.

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