Senior Research Laboratory Technician (Part Time, Fixed Term) Part-time NEW

Senior Research Laboratory Technician

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Research Laboratory Technician to join our friendly and collaborative research group at the University of Cambridge. This is a varied and rewarding part-time role, combining laboratory management, research support, and opportunities for science communication and public engagement.

The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the laboratory, while also contributing to an exciting and impactful research programme. We are committed to providing development and training to all staff.

This role contributes to an innovative 5 year European Research Council (ERC)-funded research programme investigating how genetics influences appetite and obesity risk in both dogs and humans. By leveraging the power of genetic studies in pet dogs alongside human studies, we aim to uncover new biological mechanisms and inform improved prevention and treatment of obesity.

This is a varied position suited to someone who enjoys taking initiative and working across a range of responsibilities. You will be a key member of the team, leading the day-to-day organisation of the laboratory, helping to create an efficient, welcoming, and well-organised research environment.

The role holder will be a proactive, reliable individual who has attention to detail and takes pride in enabling high-quality research. You will have substantial experience working in a laboratory or research environment and practical experience of molecular biology techniques is desirable. The successful candidate will have strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Please see the Further Particulars for more information about the role requirements and responsibilities.

This post is part time, 24.25 hours per week and may suit an experienced technician seeking a flexible or part-time position, including those returning to work after a career break. Conversations about flexible working arrangements are encouraged.

Informal enquiries about the position can be made to Dr Eleanor Raffan er311@cam.ac.uk.

Fixed Term: the funds for this post are available for 5 years in the first instance.

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.

Key Information

Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience

£27,319-£31,236 pro rata

PM49582

Assistant staff

30 April 2026

24 May 2026