Research Technician

University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A global university in Guildford is seeking a part-time Lab Assistant for a fixed term role. You will assist with clinical trial sample processing, conduct measurements, and maintain laboratory equipment. The ideal candidate has a science background and laboratory experience, offering effective communication and adherence to safety procedures. This position includes a yearly pay rise and generous leave benefits, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Yearly incremental pay rise

25 days of annual leave plus 7 closure days

8 bank holidays (pro rata)

Generous pension

Access to leisure facilities

Family-friendly benefits including on-site nursery

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory setting with quantitative analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Familiarity with MS Office packages.
• Knowledge of the Health and Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process blood samples from clinical trials.
• Measure stable isotope enrichment by mass spectrometry.
• Perform measurements using an automated analyser.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and general lab upkeep.
• Liaise with collaborators and process data.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Clear communication

Basic computer skills

Health and Safety compliance

Education

Background in Science

Job description

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

The role

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic new member to our world-recognised group researching metabolism in Diabetes, Obesity, Cancer and in health. This is a part-time (0.7 FTE) role, offered on a 12-month fixed term basis. The number of hours worked per day can be flexible.

The post-holder will assist with the processing of blood samples from clinical trials, measurement of stable isotope enrichment by mass spectrometry, measurement of metabolites using an automated analyser, equipment maintenance, and general laboratory maintenance. The role will also involve liaising with our collaborators and some data processing.

Day-to-day work will include adhering to standard operating procedures and keeping clear records of all laboratory work. Full training will be given, after which there will be opportunities to help train other laboratory users.

About you

We are looking for a candidate with a background in Science. You will also have :

• Previous experience of working in a laboratory, including relevant quantitative analysis.
• The ability to communicate clearly and respond effectively to staff and students.
• Basic computer skills including MS packages.
• Experience of following Health and Safety requirements and procedures.

What we can offer

In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff), a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.