Senior Research Laboratory Technician (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Closing date: 24 May 2026

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Research Laboratory Technician to join our friendly and collaborative research group at the University of Cambridge. This is a varied and rewarding part-time role, combining laboratory management, research support, and opportunities for science communication and public engagement.

The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the laboratory, while also contributing to an exciting and impactful research programme. We are committed to providing development and training to all staff.

This role contributes to an innovative 5 year European Research Council (ERC)-funded research programme investigating how genetics influences appetite and obesity risk in both dogs and humans. By leveraging the power of genetic studies in pet dogs alongside human studies, we aim to uncover new biological mechanisms and inform improved prevention and treatment of obesity.

This is a varied position suited to someone who enjoys taking initiative and working across a range of responsibilities. You will be a key member of the team, leading the day-to-day organisation of the laboratory, helping to create an efficient, welcoming, and well-organised research environment.

The role holder will be a proactive, reliable individual who has attention to detail and takes pride in enabling high-quality research. You will have substantial experience working in a laboratory or research environment and practical experience of molecular biology techniques is desirable. The successful candidate will have strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Please see the Further Particulars for more information about the role requirements and responsibilities.

This post is part time, 24.25 hours per week and may suit an experienced technician seeking a flexible or part-time position, including those returning to work after a career break. Conversations about flexible working arrangements are encouraged.

Informal enquiries about the position can be made to Dr Eleanor Raffan er311@cam.ac.uk.

Fixed Term: the funds for this post are available for 5 years in the first instance.

Apply:

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

On the online form, in the suitability for the role section, you should explain the reasons for your application and how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role. The full contact details for two professional referees should be provided, one of whom should be your current line manager. Please note that we will assume that you are happy for us to approach your referees at any stage, unless you indicate otherwise in the space provided on the form.

The closing date for applications is 24 May 2026.

Interviews will be held on 3 June 2026.

Please quote reference PM49582 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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