Job Description
Post:
Programme Officer
Responsible to:
Helen S Williams (Head of LITE)
Group:
Department of Vector Biology
Summary of role
The Department of Vector Biology at LSTM is one of the largest of its kind with a broad portfolio of
research and technical assistance activities targeted at improving the control of inset borne diseases.
A dedicated team within the department, the Liverpool Insect Testing Establishment (LITE) provides a
facility for testing lead chemicals for use in the control of public health pests. Due to the expansion
of the activities of this unit, we are looking to recruit an individual to support the management of our
growing portfolio. A keen interest in biology and a willingness to be involved in all aspects of the
facility including managing the commercial contracts, liaising with researchers in the Vector Group,
overseeing laboratory staff and resources, participating in insecticide testing and monitoring quality
control and project timeliness are essential. The position is based at the LSTM.
Main duties:
 Deputy to LITE manager for day to day managements of projects
 Approval of testing protocol in liaison with IVCC/other clients and preparing study reports as
required.
 Tracking expenditure against budget and input/preparation of forecast budgets
 Assurance that LITE staff maintenance of adequate laboratory records of methods, sample details
and results to comply with GLP audit standards.
 Providing initial analysis and summary of data for clients, as required, as agreed project phase
gates.
 Liaising with suppliers, ordering laboratory equipment and consumables.
 Responsible for the documentation of maintenance laboratory equipment to GLP standards and
ensure equipment records are available for audit purposes.
 Supervision and co-ordination of resources including staff for client study/ project completion
under direction of/in the absence of Head of LITE. With direct management of LITE 3 or 4
technicians (as defined by new LITE structure)
Person Specification:
Criteria
Education &
Training
Experience
Competencies
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BSc Hons minimum in science related subject
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Ability to maintain records data and demonstrate
effective record keeping, ability to write
compliant SOPs (Standard Operating procedures)
Proven track record of project management
o PRINCE 2 practitioner or similar
Experience of working to health and safety
regulations and legal requirements , and writing
of relevant risk assessments
Experience of staff management
Knowledge of health and safety regulations and
legal requirements and ability to carry our risk
assessments
Excellent verbal & written communication skills,
with the ability to communicate at all levels
Ability to provide laboratory/project supervision
Ability to work as an integral and cooperative
member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to read large volumes of scientific
literature and summarise important points.
Numerate, with good working knowledge of
Microsoft Office packages
Excellent time management and organisational
skills
Flexible attitude to work, and excellent time
management skills
An enthusiasm for contributing to a multidisciplinary program and working towards the
goal of improving vector control
Keen interest in biology and research and its
application
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Skills, Abilities
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Knowledge
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Interests
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Assessment
Application Form/CV
Application form/CV,
Assessment &
interview
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Application form/CV,
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Application form/CV
& interview