University of Cambridge
Laboratory Technician
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Laboratory Technician
The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology is seeking a proactive and organised Laboratory Technician to support the safe, effective and efficient operation of its biological laboratories and communal laboratory facilities.
Role Description
Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you will provide technical support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the Department's biological laboratories and teaching facilities. Working closely with researchers, students and professional services colleagues, you will help maintain a safe, efficient and well-organised laboratory environment, supporting a wide range of laboratory activities and shared facilities.
Responsibilities
- Preparing media and reagents
- Operating autoclaves
- Managing biological waste streams
- Maintaining laboratory consumables and communal facilities
- Supporting biological safety and regulatory compliance through routine safety checks
- Maintaining laboratory documentation
- Contributing to standard operating procedures and risk assessments
- Ensuring shared laboratory equipment and facilities remain clean, organised and fully operational
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Requirements
- Practical experience working as a laboratory technician within a biological laboratory environment
- Sound knowledge of laboratory techniques, biological safety and good laboratory practice
- Experience of media preparation, autoclaving and supporting shared laboratory facilities would be advantageous
- Well organised
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good IT and communication skills
- Enjoy working collaboratively to provide an excellent technical support service
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Benefits
The University offers a generous benefits package including:
- 36 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- A competitive pension scheme
- Family-friendly policies
Application Process
Informal enquiries and queries about the application process are welcome and should be directed to hr@ceb.cam.ac.uk
To apply, click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Please quote reference NQ50452 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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