University of Cambridge
Research Laboratory Technician (Part Time, Fixed Term)
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About the Role
Part-time (60-80% FTE, 21.9-29.2 hours per week), Monday to Friday with working days to be agreed.
Fixed term contract 3 years
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Laboratory Technician to join the BioMind Lab, led by Dr Mary-Ellen Lynall at the University of Cambridge. The BioMind Lab investigates the brain-immune interface, identifying mechanisms, biomarkers, and therapeutic targets for disorders of the brain and mind.
Responsibilities
The role holder will support the Mental Health Goals OMICS Project, a UK multi-omics infrastructure and resource for psychosis and mood disorders, playing a central role in implementing its biomarker protocols. Working within the University's established health and safety framework, you will develop, implement and deliver peripheral blood biomarker assays and multi-omics workflows for this UK-wide, multi-site research programme, establishing and maintaining standard operating procedures, quality systems and sample management processes from the ground up.
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You will train and support a diverse range of personnel - including doctoral researchers, clinical staff and colleagues at partner sites - ensuring protocol adherence and data quality across the network and will provide highly technical support to ensure the smooth running of the laboratory. You will work closely with academics, clinicians, technical staff, administrators and programme managers within the wider Mental Health Goals network
Requirements
For further details, please read the further particulars.
Application Process
Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Mary-Ellen Lynall Email: mel41@cam.ac.uk
If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Simon Gurry, HR Coordinator (hradminpsychiatry@medschl.cam.ac.uk).
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Important Dates
- Closing Date: 24th August 2026
- Interview Date: 3rd September 2026
Please quote reference RN50703 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Eligibility
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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