Research Assistant – Widening Participation Programme (Fixed Term) Part-time

Research Assistant

Applications are invited for a research assistant to join the Institute of Metabolic Science – Metabolic Research Laboratories within the Clinical School at the University of Cambridge.

This role has the specific purpose of increasing the pool of researcher and technologist talent and widening access to a research-rich environment. The post is a 15-month placement and will be structured to support the development and training of highly motivated individuals from undergraduate degrees that offered limited laboratory experience and/or who have been otherwise disadvantaged.

Post-holders will obtain bespoke training opportunities within research groups and core facilities. Support will be provided for individuals interested in pursuing a higher degree at the end of the position. Those interested in pursuing technical roles in academia or industry will be offered relevant training and support, including via IMS-MRL networks.

Applicants must have a BSc or equivalent degree in biology and/or biochemistry or a related discipline. They should be highly motivated to work in a research environment, have excellent organizational and record keeping skills and be able to reliably deliver outcomes to agreed deadlines. They should have the ability to work independently when required but also able to work well within a team environment, using good communication skills.

This is a fixed term position for 15 months, starting in July 2026.

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.

The department of clinical biochemistry offers a research-rich environment.

The salary range is £33,002-£35,608.

Reference RG49492.

The category is research.

The closing date for applications is 24th May 2026.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 3rd June 2026.