Research Laboratory Manager (Part Time/Full Time)

We are looking for an enthusiastic Research Laboratory Manager to support the Senior Research Associate in the running of essential operations in the Cambridge Blood and Stem Cell Biobank in the University of Cambridge, Department of Haematology based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

Established in 2009, the Cambridge Blood and Stem Cell Biobank (CBSB) is a core facility essential for research in the Haematology department, Cambridge Cancer Centre and Cambridge Stem Cell Institute. The group is closely involved in clinical and research activities at Addenbrooke's and Rosie Hospitals, Cambridge, with pivotal role in translational research into Haematological disorders and stem cell biology. The biobank receives material from multiple sites recruiting patients across the UK, and attracts both academic and commercial research collaborations with investigators across the UK, Europe and the USA, alongside Cambridge-based research groups from the Biomedical Campus, Babraham and Sanger Institutes.

The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level or equivalent and have extensive practical experience of working in category 2 laboratories. The post-holder should demonstrate advanced technical skills handling primary human samples, isolating primary cells and primary cell culture. Previous experience in clinical trials, biobanking, haematology or oncology is particularly desirable. They will be an excellent communicator, proactive, highly organised and tenacious individual.

In addition to lab management for CBSB this role includes 0.1FTE Departmental Safety Officer (DSO) responsibilities. Ideally the candidate will have experience of direct responsibility for Health and Safety in a laboratory context, applying, reporting, advising and auditing others on the principles of Health and Safety management. All candidates should demonstrate an understanding of the risks of working in a primary cell handling facility and be willing to apply principles of Health and Safety management in their application. The successful applicant will be trained for all relevant areas of responsibility required of the DSO in the University.

Limited funding: The funds for this post are available until 30 April 2027 in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (enhanced with children and adults' barred lists). This appointment also requires a Research Passport application.

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

Candidates may apply to work part time but must state this on application and should be able to work at least 4 days a week at 0.8FTE or higher; flexible working will be considered. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the work, school hours/term-time only applications cannot be considered.

Informal enquiries directed to Dr Joanna Baxter (ejb60@medschl.cam.ac.uk) are encouraged.

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the HR Coordinator at hr@haem.cam.ac.uk.

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.

Please quote reference RB45302 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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