Please note that this job is open only to current Cardiff University staff who are eligible for Redeployment. Internal Redeployment Only - Gr 6 Trace Element & Isotope Analysis Laboratory Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Manager with excellent organisational skills and a strong commitment to team-working to join the School of Earth & Environmental Sciences. The appointee will be a core member of a research-orientated team of 10 technicians and technical specialists. This post will specifically involve the management of our Cardiff Environmental Laboratory for Trace Element and Isotope Chemistry (CELTIC) Lab, working within a research group of academics, students and technicians. The post provides technical expertise in high precision isotope and trace metal analyses supporting multi-disciplinary research across Cardiff University (within Earth Sciences, Archaeology, Biosciences) and beyond, including national and international collaborations. Our outstanding facilities include a Neoma Multicollector-Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer (MC-ICP-MS), Triton™ Series Multicollector Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometer (TIMS), Nu Plasma II (MC-ICP-MS), Agilent 8900 triple-quadrupole Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer (ICP-MS), Thermo Scientific ELEMENT XR and ELEMENT 2 HR-ICP-MS, ICP-OES, 2 ICAP-RQ-ICP-MS, laser ablation systems and microwave digestion systems. These instruments are supported by two class 1000 clean rooms dedicated for low blank processing of geological samples for trace metal and isotope measurements. The primary responsibility for this position is the oversight and day to day operational management of the Trace Element & Isotope Analysis Laboratory. The post holder will also: oversee maintenance and upkeep of the instruments, ensuring that necessary maintenance regimes are in place and that servicing work is carried out as and when required. develop and deliver inductions and safety training for new users and provide training to all users of the laboratory as required ensuring all CELTIC lab users are competent and confident in carrying out clean lab processes and using the instruments. support lab users by providing technical expertise in the development and application of methodological approaches, specialist techniques and procedures, and the analysis, interpretation and storage of data. work closely with academic researchers carrying out research in analytical developments in order to expand the lab’s analytical capabilities. contribute to and support research publications and research funding bids as required design new or optimise and automate existing setups. be responsible for all lab related safety issues, ensuring regulatory compliance with relevant health and safety procedures, oversee the safety of lab users, perform and advise on risk assessments, maintain up to date safety records and manage access to the facility laboratories. The post is based in the University Main Building. This is a full-time position (35 hours per week), available from 1st September 2025 and is open ended. Salary: £40,497- £ 45,413 per annum (Grade 6). For informal enquiries, please contact Lindsey Owen, School Technical Manager, email: owenl5@cardiff.ac.uk. For further details about working in Cardiff University please contact Claudia Pena Becerra, email: earthhr@cardiff.ac.uk or our School manager John Evans email: EvansJ13@cardiff.ac.uk More information on the School can be found at School of Earth and Environmental Sciences - Cardiff University Closing Date: 29 April 2025 Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements. Job Purpose Support the University with managing its trace element and isotopic analytical geochemistry (CELTIC) facilities, ensuring safety compliance, providing advice, guidance and training in analytical processes and in the use of equipment, and leading projects within this area. Duties and Responsibilities Key Duties Provide professional advice and guidance on the use of cutting-edge analytical geochemistry facilities for isotope and trace metal analyses, assisting in the design and application of analytical processes and procedures to internal and external customers that will have institute wide impacts, using judgement and creativity to suggest the most appropriate course of action where appropriate, and ensuring complex and conceptual issues are understood. Take responsibility for lab safety, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations and resolving issues independently within the facility where they fall within set role objectives. Investigate and analysis of specific issues within the CELTIC laboratories, creating recommendation reports, supported by advances within the field of analytical geochemistry. Ensure that the provision of Trace Element & Isotope Analysis is delivered to the institution, proactively changing the delivery according to customer requirements. Establish working relationships with key contacts, developing appropriate communication links with the University’s Schools/Directorates and outside bodies as required Create specific working groups from colleagues across the University to achieve School objectives Plan and deliver specific small-scale projects, co-ordinating and supervising project teams created as needed Develop and deliver training in the use of a range of analytical equipment that includes mass spectrometers (multi collector ICP-MS, TIMS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS (single and triple quadrupole), HR-ICP-MS), microwave digestion and laser ablation systems and in the use of clean laboratories. Undertake a variety of administrative duties to support the department including planning and organising schedules, organising routine maintenance and managing lab finances. Instruct and guide other employees across the University in the operations, use and maintenance of geochemistry laboratories and mass spectrometry. General Duties Ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties Abide by University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity Perform other duties occasionally which are not included above, but which will be consistent with the role Essential Criteria Qualifications and Education Degree/NVQ 4 or equivalent Professional membership/experience Knowledge, Skills and Experience Substantial experience of working in isotope geochemistry, including operating and trouble-shooting clean lab facilities and multi-collection mass spectrometers for isotope ratio determination, thermal ionisation and/or plasma sourced. Proven experience in developing new processed and procedures in isotope and elemental analyse. Proven experience of operational and safety management within a research laboratory setting. Customer Service, Communication and Team Working Ability to communicate conceptually detailed and complex information effectively and professionally with a wide range of people Evidence of ability to explore customers’ needs and adapt the service accordingly to ensure a quality service is delivered. Proven ability to develop networks in order to contribute to long term developments. Planning, Analysis and Problem solving Evidence of ability to solve expansive problems using initiative and creativity; identify and propose both practical and innovative solutions Able to demonstrate p rofessional knowledge within analytical geochemistry to give advice and guidance to internal and external customers and evidence of demonstrable knowledge of key advances within mass spectrometry and isotope analysis. Evidence of ability to undertake and deliver specific projects and supervise short term project teams. Desirable Criteria Experience in laser ablation applications for multi-collector ICP-MS and/or High-Resolution ICPMS and/or QQQ ICP-MS Experience in low-blank clean laboratory work Postgraduate/Professional qualification Experience of working in a Higher Education environment Fluency in Welsh, written and oral