Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge invites applications for a Research Laboratory Technician on a fixed-term contract for two years in the Department of Pathology. The successful candidate will support experimental research and media/equipment preparation to enable effective teaching and research delivery.

Applicants should have GCSE A-C or NVQ Level 2 in science (or equivalent practical experience). Duties include laboratory administration, stock monitoring, equipment maintenance, assisting

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE A-C or NVQ Level 2 in science, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with laboratory administration and stock monitoring is desirable.
• Ability to assist with practical classes and ensure safety in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory administration and stock control.
• Monitor consumables and assist with procurement.
• Help maintain laboratory tidiness and safety.
• Support researchers and project students in their work.
• Prepare media and equipment for experiments.

Skills

Laboratory administration

Stock monitoring

Health and safety

Team support

Education

GCSE A-C / NVQ Level 2 in science

Practical laboratory experience

Job description

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.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.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.Apply online