Research Assistant[INTERNAL ONLY] (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge is seeking a Research Assistant to support the busy Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre Cell Phenotyping Hub across Addenbrooke's Hospital, Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre and Victor Dahdaleh Heart and Lung Research Institute.

You will perform flow sorting, magnetic cell separation, phenotyping and related molecular biology techniques across multiple projects, with a focus on translational biomedical research and training of staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in cytometry and cell separation (FACS and MACS), imaging and high-content analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform flow sorting, magnetic cell separation, and cell processing for phenotyping.

Skills

Cytometry

Cell sorting

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific subject

Tools

FACS

MACS

Imaging systems

Job description

A research assistant position has become available to aid the running of the busy, expanding shared laboratory resource in the Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre Cell Phenotyping Hub. The role will be covering all three Hub sites located at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre and Victor Dahdaleh Heart and Lung Research Institute. The BRC Cell Phenotyping Hub is a science technology platform providing services in cytomics in the Clinical School and across Cambridge Biomedical Campus. It is equipped with state-of-the-art-specialist cytomics equipment including multiple sorters and analysers, magnetic separator, two confocal and an epifluorescence microscope, laser capture microscope, high content array scan and other kits.

We are looking for a highly motivated and proactive individual to support multiple laboratory routine techniques. Daily tasks will include flow sorting, magnetic cell separation, cell processing, phenotyping and at a later stage other molecular and cell biology techniques. It is a fully integrated Hub role with varied research and service responsibilities. The role holder will be supporting different teams working on various research projects, thereby making a significant contribution to translational biomedical research at University of Cambridge. The role holder may be providing some focused support to a research fellow, analyst and/or group leader in the Phenotyping Hub. In addition, the role holder will undertake tasks of supporting the operations through general laboratory, administrative, record keeping and maintenance duties as well as through a contribution to training and teaching.

The successful candidate should have hands-on experience in cytometry, cell separation (FACS and MACS, imaging, high content/ throughput analysis) and ideally some expertise in tissue culture and cell, immunological and molecular methods. Sorting experience is a distinct advantage but full training will be given to a successful candidate. Experience of operating complex biomedical equipment, the ability or aptitude to learn advanced technologies and troubleshoot problems as well as team ability, flexible approach to work and readiness to work to the lab operational pattern are essential criteria. The lab operates late/night shifts for clinical scientific service according to rota (covering 8am -11 pm) and the post will occasionally require late shift work. They will have a qualification in a relevant scientific subject and have experience of scientific work in biomedical laboratory and be cleared (or be prepared to) for working with human blood and tissue.

The position is available immediately. Informal enquiries regarding this position are strongly encouraged and can be made to Natalia Savinykh Yarkoni ([e-mail]).

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

The closing date for applications is: 21th September 2026.

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.