Technical Manager Contaminants

Contaminants Technical Development Manager

Location: Cambridge
Hours: Monday to Friday

Are you a scientific leader with a passion for method innovation, technical excellence, and driving high‑quality analytical performance?

Join us as our Contaminants Technical Development Manager, a pivotal, hands‑on role at the heart of our Contaminants & Pesticides laboratory operations.

About the Role

This laboratory‑based position is responsible for ensuring the technical accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of contaminants testing. Working closely with the Contaminants Operations Manager, you will lead technical development, oversee instrument performance, support R&D activity, and contribute to staff development and quality assurance.

• Maintain full technical compliance across the contaminants laboratory, ensuring high‑quality, traceable testing and reliable instrument performance.
• Lead method development, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Embed efficient processes, manage resources effectively, and recommend future technical investments.
• Support quality assurance activities, including audits, investigations, and responses to customer technical queries.
• Deliver technical training, mentor staff, and contribute to recruitment and capability development.