Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a position of Research Laboratory Technician available from 1 February 2026 or as soon as possible after this date.

The project led by Professor Schwaeble is mainly focus on the exploring the effect of complement deficiency in increasing the risk of microbial infection using either gene targeted mice deficient in one or more of complement recognition molecules or enzymes or using therapeutic inhibitors that deplete or inactivate specific components of the complement system. The program will also include the development of new technology that will help in fighting aginst infection caused by highly pathogenic mico-organisms.

Applicants for this role should have laboratory experience in microbiology and molecular biology as well as different assays involved in evaluation of complement system. The successful applicant will have familiarity with compiling and maintaining laboratory safety documentation.

We are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging equally all groups of individuals, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity.

Further particulars for the role and information about the Department www.vet.cam.ac.uk

Informal enquiries should be directed to Julie Ingham (ji217@cam.ac.uk)

To submit an application for this vacancy, please click on the link to Apply online or visit the vacancy pages on the following website: www.jobs.cam.ac.uk  This will route you to the University Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) before completing the online application form. Further particulars for the role and information about the Department www.vet.cam.ac.uk.

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

Enquiries about the application process can be directed to hr.enquiries@vet.cam.ac.uk

Applicants should submit a CHRIS/5, outlining suitability for the role and contact details for two references. Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

For more information about the Department please visit www.vet.cam.ac.uk

Closing date for applications is 6 February 2026 Interviews will be held on 24 February 2026

Please quote reference PP48603 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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