Research Technician

Cardiff University; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in the UK seeks a Research Technician to support research in neuroinflammation and Alzheimer's disease. The role includes developing and testing innovative drugs. Candidates with laboratory research experience are encouraged to apply. This full-time position is available immediately and offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

45 days annual leave

Local pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Annual increments within the pay scale

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting similar laboratory research.

Responsibilities

• Join a research programme exploring the role of neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's disease.
• Develop and test brain-penetrant complement-blocking drugs.

Job description

Research Technician

UK Dementia Research Institute, Division of Infection and Immunity, School of Medicine, College of Biomedical and Life Sciences.

Position Overview

Applications are invited for a Research Technician position in Neuroinflammation/Complement Biology at the UK DRI, Cardiff University School of Medicine, based at the Heath Park campus.

The appointee will join a programme of research supported by Race Against Dementia and Alzheimer’s Research UK that explores the role of neuroinflammation in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The work focuses on the roles of the complement system, a known driver of neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration, and the development and testing of novel brain-penetrant complement-blocking drugs in vitro and in vivo for their ability to inhibit the complement system, their penetrance into the brain, and their impact on disease pathology and disease progression. The ultimate aim of the work is to develop brain-penetrant therapies to modulate complement dysregulation in AD that can be progressed to human trials.

Launched in 2017, the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) stands as a beacon of scientific innovation, representing an unprecedented £300 million investment in dementia research – the largest of its kind in UK history. The purpose of the UK DRI is, through research, to transform the outlook for people living with or at risk of neurodegenerative conditions.

Candidates with experience in supporting similar laboratory research are encouraged to apply.

Inquiries

Informal inquiries should be made to Dr. Wioleta Zelek, [e-mail].

Post Details

The post is full time (35 hours per week), available immediately and fixed term until 31 December 2026.

Salary

£33,951 – £36,636 per annum (Grade 5). Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.

Benefits

Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 45 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), local pension scheme, cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments within the pay scale, and more. It is an exciting and vibrant place to work, with many different challenges and is a proud Living Wage supporter.

Advertising Dates

Date advert posted: Friday, 14 November 2025.

Closing date: Friday, 28 November 2025.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Application Language

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.