Laboratory Technical Specialist

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The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Laboratory Technical Specialist to join the Institute of Transplantation (IOT) Biobank at the Freeman Hospital, part of the Faculty of Medical Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical laboratory expertise with operational and compliance responsibilities in support of clinical biobanking and cutting-edge transplantation research.

You will support the IOT Biobank and contribute to the wider Transplant Immunology Research Group, as well as the NIHR Blood and Transplant Research Unit (BTRU) in Organ Donation & Transplantation — the UK's leading transplant research unit influencing both national and international clinical practice. You will have opportunities to participate in national meetings such as the British Transplantation Society Annual Congress.

The role demands excellent communication, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive, collaborative approach. Some out-of-hours work may occasionally be required.

The post holder should hold a BSc within the field of biological sciences, an equivalent qualification or experience.

The role is fixed-term, until 30 September 2026.

This post is based at the Institute of Transplantation (Freeman Hospital) within the Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University. The IOT Biobank underpins world-leading research in transplantation immunology and organ preservation.

The post holder will also contribute to the NIHR Blood and Transplant Research Unit in Organ Donation & Transplantation (BTRU), co-hosted with the University of Cambridge. The BTRU is dedicated to improving donor organ assessment and maximising graft survival, providing an exciting and collaborative environment at the forefront of UK transplant research, (https://odt.btru.nihr.ac.uk/).

This provides an exciting environment and supportive collaborative community. Further details about the group can be found on:
https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/people/profile/billscott3.html.

Full Time

Further information can be obtained by contacting Miss Lucy Bates (IOT Biobank manager), lucy.bates@ncl.ac.uk.

The Faculty of Medical Sciences holds a Silver Athena SWAN award and is committed to supporting equality, diversity and inclusion for all staff and students. Applications for part time/flexible working are welcome; please state your desired working arrangements in your application.

Newcastle University is committed to being a fully inclusive Global University which actively recruits, supports and retains staff from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the community they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, as well as being open to flexible working practices.

Please provide evidence of how you meet the essential criteria required for the role outlined in ‘The Person' (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button) by uploading a letter of application along with your Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Please note that if you are successful to this role, you will require a DBS, Research Passport and a medical clearance before you can commence in the role.

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