Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an enthusiastic Research Laboratory Technician to join a pioneering team at a prestigious university. This exciting role involves investigating the metabolic basis of lymphocyte function and contributing to groundbreaking research in anti-cancer T cell bioengineering. The successful candidate will employ advanced molecular biology and immunological techniques, thriving in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion while making significant contributions to therapeutic immunology and infectious disease research.

Qualifications

• Degree in biological sciences required.
• Experience in molecular biology and/or immunology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support lab operations and general duties.
• Edit T cells ex vivo and perform cellular assays.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Immunology

Cellular Assays

Western Blotting

ELISA

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Organization

Independence

Education

Degree in Biological Sciences

Job description

Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term), Cambridge

Client: University of Cambridge

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2854706e5912

Job Views: 10

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic Research Laboratory Technician to join Prof. Christoph Hess's group at the Cambridge Institute for Therapeutic Immunology and Infectious Disease (CITIID). The laboratory investigates the metabolic basis of lymphocyte function and immunometabolic regulation. The successful candidate will support a project on anti-cancer T cell bioengineering, employing molecular biology and immunological techniques to understand T cell mechanisms for targeting cancer. Responsibilities include supporting lab operations and general duties.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in biological sciences and have experience in molecular biology and/or immunology. Tasks include editing T cells ex vivo, cellular assays, isolating primary immune cells, and techniques like Western blotting and ELISA. Troubleshooting, meticulous work, organization, teamwork, and independence are essential. We seek a candidate who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and collaborates effectively.

This role starts on December 1st, with interviews shortly after the closing date. The position is funded until November 30, 2027. The application deadline is November 17, 2024. The interview date will be confirmed. The university promotes equality, diversity, inclusion, and ensures all employees are eligible to work in the UK.