Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

The MRC Epidemiology Unit is seeking to appoint a Research Laboratory Technician.

This position is based in the Unit's Core lab team. The primary role of this post is to perform DNA extraction, quantification, quality control testing, and keeping accurate records using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The role holder will also work on biomarker measurements using ELISA and running end point PCR. Further responsibilities would include working occasionally at weekends and late evenings, on-call rota for freezer alarms and participating in the general running of the lab.

Alongside a competitive salary, University staff are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits and services including discounts on shopping, health care, financial services and public transport. We also offer defined benefit pension schemes and tax-efficient bicycle, car lease and charity-giving schemes.

The MRC Epidemiology Unit is a department within the University of Cambridge's School of Clinical Medicine and is situated within the Institute of Metabolic Science on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Its mission is to study the genetic, developmental and environmental factors that cause obesity, diabetes and related metabolic disorders and develop strategies for their prevention. The Unit benefits from a number of large-scale, cross programme epidemiological studies with detailed datasets allowing a wide range of research from genetics to public health. Highly experienced information teams and other specialist teams support the scientists in the delivery of their research aims.

The successful candidate must have an HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject, strong organisational skills, a good team spirit and experience of techniques such as DNA extraction and biomarker measurements within an automated lab.

This is a fixed-term position until 31st March 2026.

Please contact Mairi Antypa (Mairi.Antypa@mrc-epid.cam.ac.uk; 01223763396) for informal enquiries.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 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: 5th February 2025

The interview date for the role is: 14th February 2025

Please quote reference SJ44763 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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