Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

Department/Location: Department of Plant Sciences

The Pellegrini Lab (https://www.plantsci.cam.ac.uk/directory/adam-pellegrini) at the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge is recruiting a technician (tenure of 2 years) to help with project logistics and laboratory analyses as part of a UKRI funded project evaluating how fire and grazing impact ecosystem biogeochemistry. This position is ideal for candidates with strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for laboratory work in ecological and biogeochemical research. 

There is the opportunity for international travel to the USA and Africa. 

We have a diverse lab group and especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups. There are numerous teaching opportunities, mentorship programs, and involvement in other institutes at Cambridge. The research will be done in collaboration with a postdoctoral researcher and technician, and several PhD students are conducting similar analyses, which creates a very collegial and social group dynamic in the lab. We cover all visa application fees. Dr Pellegrini is an American and is happy to provide insight into the process of relocating to the UK. 

Preferred start date is as soon as possible, but at the latest April 2025 [flexibility on visa application timelines]. Please direct all queries to Adam Pellegrini at ap2188@cam.ac.uk and Courtney Currier at cc2228@cam.ac.uk. 

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance. 

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

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

Please notice that if you have not received any news from us 1 month after the closing date you should consider that on this occasion your application has not been successful. 

Please quote reference PD44670 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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