Senior Biomedical Technician (Fixed Term)

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Biomedical Technician to join the laboratory of Professor Martin Bennett within the Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge. The group is based in the new Heart and Lung Research Institute, a dedicated cardiorespiratory research institute on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. The research programmes examine the regulation of atherosclerosis using a variety of in vitro and in vivo techniques, including novel models of disease and aging.

The post holder will provide support to Professor Bennett and affiliated researchers, primarily funded by the British Heart Foundation. A highly motivated individual is required to support the in vivo aspects of the research programmes, including a range of general and surgical procedures, husbandry, and colony maintenance. Limited laboratory work will also be required, including genotyping and tissue processing, as well as maintaining colony databases and compiling Home Office Return numbers.

Enquires are welcome and can be addressed to Prof. Martin Bennett at mrb24@medschl.cam.ac.uk

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 March 2025 in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment and a security check.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Please quote reference RC36112 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.

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