Sequencing Manager (Fixed Term)

UK Dementia Research Institute

Applications are invited for a Sequencing Manager for the UK Dementia Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Cambridge, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

The mission of the UK DRI at the University of Cambridge, led by Professor Mina Ryten, is to create a collaborative, inter-disciplinary Centre that combines world-leading expertise across cell biology, chemistry, transcriptomics and genetics to understand the mechanisms driving neurodegeneration.

The overall purpose of the role is to develop, maintain and deliver administrative polices and processes for the UK Dementia Research Institute in Cambridge to ensure the smooth running of its research activities, and its integration with both the wider UK Dementia Research Institute and the Department of Clinical Neurosciences of the University of Cambridge. This will involve meeting coordination at the centre level, event planning for the centre and group leaders, financial processing/assistance for the Centre manager, organisation of travel arrangements, and general administrative duties essential to the smooth operation of the centre.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the other UK DRI Centres, supporting the Centre Manager and Laboratory Supervisor as needed, as well as the Department of Clinical Neurosciences (University of Cambridge). The role requires a proactive approach, the ability to work independently under pressure, and particularly strong organisational skills.

This is a fixed term post for 24 months.

For informal enquiries relating to the post, please contact Mr Jack Novak at jn464@cam.ac.uk.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

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

Closing date: 31st August 2025

Interview date: 8th September 2025

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Please quote reference ZE47002 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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