Laboratory Support Assistant - Part-Time (Fixed Term)

Europe's top cancer charity, Cancer Research UK, has combined with the University of Cambridge to fund the world class Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute, situated on the Addenbrooke's Biomedical Campus in Cambridge.       

As part of the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine, the Institute's research ranges from basic cancer biology through translational cancer research to clinical application. The Institute currently houses over 350 researchers and support staff with 20 research groups and associated core facilities in a state-of-the-art research facility.

We are currently looking to recruit a Laboratory Support Assistant to be primarily based within the research laboratories. You will be involved with supporting research groups by ensuring the labs and tissue culture rooms are stocked with commonly used consumables and communal laboratory areas are kept clean and tidy. The role holder will also be responsible for routine maintenance of equipment and play a crucial role in assisting the Laboratory Managers.

You should be self-motivated with good organisational skills and ability to prioritise your workload. Good customer service skills are essential, along with a basic knowledge in science but full training will be provided.

Fixed-term: 18 months.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.

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

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form.

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

The closing date for applications is: 26th January 2025

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

Please quote reference SW44705 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.

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