Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge, Department of Pathology, invites applications for a Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term). The role supports experimental research and media/equipment preparation, helping ensure safety and smooth delivery of teaching and research.

Applicants should have GCSE A-C/NVQ 2 in science and practical laboratory experience, with duties spanning administration, stock control, and class support.

Qualifications

• GCSE level A-C / NVQ level 2 in science or equivalent with practical experience.
• Experience in assisting with laboratory administration and stock management.
• Ability to support safety and organisation in a busy laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory administration and monitor consumable stock items.
• Assist lab managers with business administration duties and tidiness.
• Support researchers and students and help prepare practical classes.

Skills

Laboratory administration

Stock monitoring

Safety compliance

Practical lab support

Education

GCSE level A-C / NVQ level 2 in science

Job description

# Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)UUniversity of CambridgeCB2 1TNvia University of CambridgePosted 16 Oct 2026Apply on cam.ac.uk →Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.We wish to recruit a highly motivated Research Laboratory Technician to join the Department of Pathology, University of Cambridge. The successful applicant will provide support for experimental research and media/ equipment preparation within the Department in order to support the effective delivery of teaching and research.Applicants should be educated to GCSE level grade A-C /NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a science subject/ equivalent level of practical experience.Duties will include supporting laboratory administration, assisting lab managers with monitoring consumable stock items, assisting with the Business administration duties, assisting with maintenance of laboratory tidiness and organisation, assisting research workers and project students in their work, particularly to ensure their safety, and providing support with preparing practical classes. For more information please see the Further particulars. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Please provide contact details, including an email address of two referees. At least one of your referees should be someone who is familiar with your work.Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Dr Samuel Odeyemi on [e-mail] If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the HR team on [e-mail] an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Please quote reference PK49372 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.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.