Cambridge Mammalian Cell Culture Research Technician

VWR International, LLC.; Hartford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company in Cambridge, UK, is seeking an experienced Research Technician to manage laboratory operations and support assay development. This full-time, temporary role involves maintaining cell cultures, conducting experiments, and collaborating across multi-functional teams. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have practical lab experience. Attractive salary, annual bonus, and benefits including private medical care offered.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pension scheme

Private medical care

Additional day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in a hands-on laboratory role.
• Previous working experience in a life science laboratory environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of Good Laboratory Standards (GLS).

Responsibilities

• Develop biochemical and cell-based potency assays.
• Maintain mammalian cell line cultures and frozen stocks.
• Review and prepare data from experiments.
• Discuss experimental findings in meetings.
• Plan future experiments based on customer needs.

Skills

Theoretical and practical knowledge of mammalian cell culturing

Basic IT skills (incl. Microsoft Word/Excel)

Good time management skills

Excellent organisation skills

Education

A Bachelor's degree in life-science discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading life sciences company in Cambridge, UK, is seeking an experienced Research Technician to manage laboratory operations and support assay development. This full-time, temporary role involves maintaining cell cultures, conducting experiments, and collaborating across multi-functional teams. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have practical lab experience. Attractive salary, annual bonus, and benefits including private medical care offered.