Pancreatic Cancer Translational Research Technician

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days leave

Pension

Flexible working

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

University of Glasgow is seeking a proactive Research Technician to join the Pancreatic Cancer Translational Research Group. You will coordinate patient sample collection, perform core wet-lab experiments, and support day-to-day lab operations while liaising with clinical teams.

The role requires strong technical, data management and team-working skills, with a focus on GMP-like standards and ethical compliance. It offers full-time employment at Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre.

Qualifications

• A1 level qualification in Biological Sciences or related discipline with lab experience.
• In-depth technical knowledge aligned to the duties and responsibilities.
• Strong IT skills and data integrity focus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical knowledge and support to research users to maximise learning and deliver objectives.
• Assist with smooth lab operations and efficient running of the facility.
• Coordinate patient sample collection with clinical teams in line with GCP and ethics.
• Process samples and perform standard molecular/cellular assays with precision.

Skills

Technical knowledge

IT skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Work prioritisation

Health & safety knowledge

GLP & COSHH knowledge

Education

Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 7

Tools

Laboratory software

Job description

University of Glasgow is seeking a proactive Research Technician to join the Pancreatic Cancer Translational Research Group. You will coordinate patient sample collection, perform core wet-lab experiments, and support day-to-day lab operations while liaising with clinical teams.

The role requires strong technical, data management and team-working skills, with a focus on GMP-like standards and ethical compliance. It offers full-time employment at Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre.