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Biological Safety Officer (BSO) | High-Containment Research Environment | Oxford BioTalent are partnered with a large, fast-growing scientific research organisation in Oxford that is expanding its laboratory footprint across biological, genetic, and chemical research. This is not a compliance-only role. This is a senior, lab-facing biosafety position where you will work directly with researchers across containment level 1–3 environments, supporting complex work with GMOs, human biological materials, and plant pathogens. You will be the person scientists go to when they need to understand how to run experiments safely and properly. The Role You will act as the lead biosafety expert on-site, owning how biosafety is applied across a multi-disciplinary research environment. This is a hands-on role where you will: • Spend time in laboratories, not just reviewing paperwork, • Work directly with scientists to guide and challenge decisions, • Build and maintain biosafety systems as the organisation scales What You’ll Actually Be Doing • Advising on biosafety for GMOs, human material, plant pathogens, and transgenic systems, • Reviewing and approving biological risk assessments and experimental protocols, • Supporting work across containment levels 1–3, • Leading lab inspections, audits, and real-time safety interventions, • Overseeing biological waste, decontamination, and biosecurity processes, • Investigating incidents and driving practical, implementable improvements, • Delivering training that is relevant to scientists, not generic, • Ensuring the organisation is always inspection-ready and compliant What We’re Looking For You’ve likely worked as a: • Biological Safety Officer, • Biosafety Advisor, • Laboratory Safety Lead, • EHS Specialist in a research-heavy environment More importantly: • You are comfortable operating inside laboratories and engaging directly with scientists, • You understand UK biosafety regulations, containment, and GMO frameworks, • You’ve worked with regulated biological materials and complex lab environments, • You are confident enough to challenge unsafe practices and influence behaviour This is not a passive role. You need to be visible, credible, and hands-on. Why This Role • High visibility role with real ownership, • Opportunity to shape biosafety in a growing research environment, • Exposure to a wide range of biological systems and technologies, • Strong, well-funded organisation with long-term plans Location Oxford, with strong on-site presence required. Candidates must be able to commute or relocate. UK right to work required.

Biological Safety Officer (Biosafety & Chemical Safety) | Oxford | On-site BioTalent are partnered with a major scientific research institute in Oxford building a next-generation biology and genome engineering capability, backed by long-term funding and serious investment. This is a hands-on, lab-facing biosafety position where you will work directly with scientists operating across recombinant DNA, biological agents, and complex chemical environments. You will be embedded in the research environment, shaping how safety actually works in practice, not just on paper. You will act as the go-to biosafety and chemical safety expert on-site, supporting a rapidly expanding laboratory footprint. This is a visible, high-impact role where you will: • Spend time in labs, not behind a desk, • Work directly with scientists to challenge, guide, and improve practices, • Build safety systems as the organisation scales What You’ll Actually Be Doing • Advising scientists on biological risk (GMOs, recombinant DNA, pathogens), • Supporting and reviewing COSHH and biological risk assessments, • Leading lab walks, containment checks, and real-time safety interventions, • Owning biosafety procedures aligned to UK containment standards, • Driving chemical safety programmes and hazardous material handling, • Investigating incidents and implementing practical corrective actions, • Delivering training that scientists actually engage with, • Helping scale a safety framework that supports hundreds of researchers What We’re Looking For You’ve likely worked as a: • Biosafety Officer, • Biological Safety Advisor, • Laboratory Safety Officer, • You’re comfortable walking into labs and challenging unsafe practice, • You understand UK biosafety frameworks, containment, and COSHH, • You’ve worked around biological agents, GMOs, or regulated lab environments, • You’ll join at a genuine build phase, not maintain what already exists, • High visibility across a growing, well-funded institute, • Real ownership over how safety is designed and implemented, • Strong benefits package including bonus, private medical, and electric car scheme Location Oxford, fully on-site. You must be able to commute or relocate. UK right to work required, sponsorship may be considered.

Electrical Technician Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application. Culham Science Centre, Abingdon, OXFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom Full-time Salary: £43,702 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: Plasma Science and Fusion Operations Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Grade E Department: Tokamak Systems Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from: • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert, • Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible), • Flexible working options, including family-friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment., • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,, • Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays, • Wide range of career development opportunities, • Managing and delivering small to medium work packages with the departments engineers and technicians to design, install and commission electrical and C&I systems., • Preparing work control documentation for plant-related activities and supervising electricians/fitters and technicians who are undertaking the work., • Undertaking fault-finding activities on MCP & Diagnostic plant, at system and subsystem levels (often with limited information), in a safe and effective manner, ensuring relevant work control procedures are followed., • Guiding minor plant installation/modification tasks, including supervision of technicians and electricians/fitters as required., • HND in an Electrical discipline, or equivalent with significant industrial experience., • BS7671 18th Edition., • City & Guilds Safe Isolation and Testing., • City & Guilds Fault Diagnosis and Rectification., • City & Guilds Working Effectively and Safely in Electrical Environment.

Solvemed, in collaboration with the University of Essex, is seeking a Postdoctoral Senior Research Associate (Senior Research Officer) to join the EyeWarn project, a large-scale research initiative focused on detecting fatigue and cognitive strain through human-computer interaction and mobile eye bi

A leading scientific research organization in Oxford is seeking a Senior Biological Safety Officer to lead biosafety practices in a high-containment environment. This hands-on role involves advising on biosafety for GMOs, managing risk assessments, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates will h

A leading research institute based in Oxford is seeking a knowledgeable Fire Safety Officer to ensure compliance with UK fire safety legislation. The role involves conducting fire risk assessments, developing safety systems, and delivering staff training. Key qualifications include an IFE Level 3 or

Biological Safety Officer (BSO) | High-Containment Research Environment | Oxford. Opportunity to shape biosafety in a growing research environment. EHS Specialist in a research-heavy environment.

Senior HR Officer Are you ready to take your HR career to the next level? As a Senior HR Officer, you will play a vital role supporting a vibrant and dynamic department. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise, influence HR strategy, and make a real impact within a prestigious academic environment. If you enjoy working in a busy, collaborative team and thrive on delivering high-quality results, this role offers considerable scope for professional growth and satisfaction. Senior HR Officer Responsibilities This position will involve, but will not be limited to: Managing a broad range of operational HR duties, including recruitment, onboarding, contracts, and employee relations to support the department's strategic goals. Advising line managers on HR policies, employment law, and best practices to ensure compliance and positive staff relations. Overseeing visa and immigration processes in line with Home Office regulations to facilitate overseas engagement and international collaboration. Supervising and developing 1-2 HR Officers, conducting performance appraisals, and supporting their professional growth. Leading on HR projects, process improvements, and providing accurate data analysis to inform decision-making. Supporting payroll activities, leave management, and benefits administration to enhance staff experience and streamline operations. Senior HR Officer Rewards Competitive salary depending on experience. Permanent, full-time contract offering stability and career progression. Flexible working hours to support your work-life balance, with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week. 38 days' paid holiday, generous pension plans, and access to a variety of employee discounts and wellbeing programmes. Paid parking options via an eligibility parking scheme or accessible alternative transport solutions such as bus, train, cycling, or park and ride. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities to help you expand your skills and qualifications. Access to clubs, sports facilities, and a wide range of social activities to promote wellbeing and community. The Company Our client is a renowned department within a leading academic institution, recognised for pioneering research and innovation. They pride themselves on fostering a supportive environment that values collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence. The department's core values focus on inspiring future leaders, advancing scientific discovery, and supporting staff long-term. They are committed to diversity and ongoing professional development, ensuring that their team remains motivated and engaged in shaping the future of science. Senior HR Officer Experience Essentials Proven experience working within a busy operational HR team, delivering end-to-end operational HR services and policy advice. Strong knowledge of UK employment law, visa regulations, and HR best practices in a complex environment such as academia or higher education. Experience managing and developing HR staff, including performance reviews and coaching. Proficiency using HR systems such as PeopleXD, SharePoint, and MS Excel for reporting and data analysis. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain HR processes clearly to stakeholders at all levels. Ability to prioritise workloads, handle sensitive information with discretion, and work proactively to resolve issues. A CIPD qualification or working towards Level 5, or equivalent experience, is highly desirable. Location This role is based in an environment accessible via various transport links in central Oxfordshire, with options for cycling, or public transport. A minimum onsite presence of three days per week is expected to facilitate collaboration and stakeholder engagement. You must live in or near Oxfordshire, with easy commute to the office. Action If you are keen to join a forward-thinking HR team and contribute to a world-leading scientific community, and have the required experience, please apply online today! We will review all submissions promptly and respond to suitable candidates swiftly. Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn

The Senior Research Officer will lead the delivery of our grant funding processes end to end – managing application rounds, overseeing the active portfolio, coordinating our scientific committees, supporting our research events and leading our approach to patient and public involvement in research

The PRS is looking for a Research Officer with excellent writing and research skills, able to produce high quality, accurate materials, often to tight deadlines. Based in Parliament, the Parliamentary Research Service (PRS) is a pooled research facility for Labour MPs who choose to join. The PRS pro

A UK education charity is looking for an Audience Engagement and Research Officer to join their mission. This full-time role involves engaging with teachers and school leaders, conducting research to gather insights, managing projects, and analyzing data.

The Policy and Research Officer will work with the Party’s Political Committee, Leader, MP’s office and the wider policy community to develop a forward-looking research programme. Policy and Research Officer, £27,984 per annum.

A leading healthcare and academic partnership based in London is seeking a Research Finance Officer for a full-time, 6-month contract. This pivotal role involves managing the financial administration of externally funded research projects, ensuring compliance with NHS regulations, and providing expe

Support engagement with research‑naïve sites to widen access to research opportunities. The NIHR Research Delivery Network East Midlands (RDN:EM), hosted by University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, supports high‑quality research in the NHS and social care across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire,

We are seeking a Research Governance Officer to join the Human Biology Facility and support the governance and compliance processes that underpin human research at the Crick. Experience in a university, research institute, NHS research office or clinical trials setting. The Human Biology Facility su

Hands-on experience in a market research or business research environment—not academic research—and the ability to deliver insight that drives real-world impact. Work within the Insight Team (a wider team of 20 colleagues) and the Research function to understand the questions we need to answer a

We are looking to recruit a Research Support Officer to join a multi‑centre collaborative project, SynHG, funded by the Wellcome Trust. The LMB is a world‑class research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is nine research councils, working together across all disciplines an

The Senior Resarch Business Intelligance Officer is a member of The Royal Marsden's Clinical Research Directorate, sitting within the Joint Clinical Research & Development Core Services. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and expertise in both clinical research governance processes

Senior Research and Knowledge Exchange Officer. Reporting to the ILD Research and Knowledge Exchange Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the ILD, and provide administrative support for a wide range of activities related to ILD’s research and knowledge exchange work.

A prestigious educational institution in Oxford is seeking a Development Operations Officer to manage the DARS database and support alumni relations.

A prestigious university in Greater London is seeking a Research Support and Governance Officer on a part-time basis (0. The successful candidate will assist with research administration, organize events, and support excellence framework preparations.

CETEx is seeking to appoint a Research Officer to work within the Monetary and Financial Markets pillar of the centre,contributing to a programme focused on financial policy supporting transition to low carbon, resilient, sustainable economies. The post holder will develop and lead on long-term rese

A prominent law firm in London is seeking a Research & Information Officer to join its Knowledge Team. This role focuses on legal research, development of resources, and support for business development, suitable for experienced professionals or those transitioning back into the sector.

Their day-to-day responsibilities will include developing Equity policy on their brief, advising our officers, members and staff, responding to consultations, conducting research and analysis and working with external partners. Equity is hiring a new Policy Officer (Workforce Rights and Research) wi

We recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients. Driving client growth is a key part of our 5-year plan and is owned by the

A health research organization is seeking a Chief Product Officer (CPO) to lead product vision, strategy, and delivery. This role offers a generous benefits package and the opportunity to contribute to impactful health research initiatives. The CPO will oversee the full product lifecycle, ensuring t

Other organisations may call this role Engagement Officer, Research Officer, Audience Research Officer, Researcher, Programme Assistant, Programme Administrator, Project Support Assistant, Education Research Officer, Insight Officer, Programme Support Officer, or Stakeholder Engagement Officer. As a

FTE Research Support and Governance Officer until September 2028. The role holder will work closely with Vice‑Deans, Faculty Office and Departmental colleagues to assist with research administration and record keeping, organising events and training sessions, and supporting our Research Excellenc

A leading biomedical research institute in Greater London seeks a Research Governance Officer to ensure compliance with ethical standards and governance for human research. You will coordinate approvals, support research teams, and maintain project records. The ideal candidate has a degree in a rele

The Chief Research Officer will ensure the smooth and successful delivery of TASO’s Research & Evaluation programme, with overall responsibility for TASO’s Research and Evaluation budget. We are looking for a Chief Research Officer to ensure the smooth and successful delivery of our research and

A leading geographical exploration organization is seeking an Expeditions Officer to support its global exploration and research programmes. The ideal candidate will contribute significantly to advancing geographical knowledge and responsible field research. This is an operational position that play

We are seeking to recruit a full time Research Governance and Culture Officer to support the work of several School committees for which R&I has oversight, and provide administrative and organisational support for research culture, impact and innovation activities at the School. Research and Innovat

The Research Officer will conduct, commission, and collaborate on tailored research projects designed to build an evidence base for best practices in worker safety, health, and wellbeing, both in the UK and internationally. The Research Officer will be expected to design and deliver surveys, manage

We are seeking a Research Governance Officer to join the Human Biology Facility and support the governance and compliance processes that underpin human research at the Crick. In this role, you will work closely with research groups to ensure studies involving human samples and data meet the required

Research Support Officer (9-month maternity cover). The LMB is a world-class research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Applications are invited for a nine-month research support position (maternity cover) in the group of Dr Madeline Lancaster at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Bio

In this role, you'll support the delivery of research projects that guide the strategies and day-to-day operations for the business. Learn how research informs real-world decisions and contributes to meaningful change in the organisation. Market Research Society) is desirable.

A leading biomedical research institute in Greater London seeks a Research Governance Officer. Responsibilities include coordinating research applications, maintaining compliance records, and assisting with audits. You will support processes ensuring compliance with regulations for research involvin

A prestigious university in London is seeking a Research Officer in Monetary and Financial Markets to contribute to sustainable economic research. Candidates should be nearing completion of a PhD in economics or finance and possess advanced quantitative research skills.

A prestigious university in London is looking for a Research Governance and Culture Officer. This full-time role involves supporting various committees within the Research and Innovation division and providing essential administrative support for research activities.

The Senior Resarch Business Intelligance Officer is a member of The Royal Marsden’s Clinical Research Directorate, sitting within the Joint Clinical Research & Development Core Services. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and expertise in both clinical research governance process

A leading AI talent firm is seeking a remote Compliance Officer with over 4 years of experience. The role involves creating deliverables, diagnosing issues, and contributing to AI research, all while working flexibly on your own schedule. Apply now to join a pioneering team that connects top talent

They will have experience analysing and researching the financial and/or macroeconomic consequences of climate change and the green transition, and will possess advanced quantitative research skills, for example in climate stress testing, risk modelling or scenario analysis. Research Officer (Moneta

A leading IT recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Research Officer to drive smart decisions through research. The role involves designing and conducting research projects, managing data collection and analysis, and turning insights into meaningful reports. Candidates should have strong analytic

A prominent university in the UK is seeking a Chief Policy Officer to shape policy governance and strengthen compliance frameworks.

The primary responsibilities of the Research and Information Officer will include, but not be limited to:. Research & Information Officer - Law – London. A highly regarded, forward‑thinking law firm with a strong reputation for investment in professional development is seeking to hire a Research

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped QRT’s collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex chall

The Building & Facilities Officer will play an important role in improving the functionality, safety and appearance of our Oxford office, working closely with the Office and Facilities Manager.