Senior Research Technician: Cancer Genomics Trials

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Birmingham seeks a Laboratory Technician to support clinical trials and research activities in the Department of Cancer and Genomic Sciences. This full-time position requires extensive laboratory experience and a professional qualification in a relevant field. Responsibilities include managing compliance, processing samples, and providing technical guidance. The salary range is typically £29,647 to £31,460, with potential progression. Application deadline is January 27, 2026.

Qualifications

• Extensive relevant workplace experience in laboratory settings.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision but function as part of a team.
• Knowledge of current H&S policies and ability to uphold them.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing compliance for clinical trials and managing administrative tasks.
• Processing samples and performing various laboratory techniques.
• Maintaining accurate records of techniques and research activities.

Skills

In-depth practical knowledge of relevant technical methods

Familiarity with a wide range of laboratory equipment

Ability to organize and manage own workload

Proficiency in commonly used software packages

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Education

Professional qualification or degree in a relevant field

GCSE level 2 in mathematics and English

Tools

Various laboratory techniques

Next generation sequencing platforms (Illumina, Nanopore, Ion Torrent)

Job description

A leading research institution in Birmingham seeks a Laboratory Technician to support clinical trials and research activities in the Department of Cancer and Genomic Sciences. This full-time position requires extensive laboratory experience and a professional qualification in a relevant field. Responsibilities include managing compliance, processing samples, and providing technical guidance. The salary range is typically £29,647 to £31,460, with potential progression. Application deadline is January 27, 2026.