University of Leicester
Research Technician
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Research Technician
# Research Technician (Fixed-Term, Full-Time or Job Share)
Vacancy ID: 13313 Location: Leicester School/Division: Cancer Sciences Contract terms: Full-time or job share considered, fixed-term contract (until 30 November 2026) Salary: Grade 4 – £24,590 to £26,707 p/a, pro-rata if part-time Hours: 35 per week Closing date: Midnight, 09 July 2026
About the Role
The University of Leicester is seeking a Research Technician to join the Leicester Cancer Research Centre within the Division of Cancer Sciences.
This fixed-term, full-time position (job share considered) is funded by Cancer Research UK and will support the delivery of key grant milestones for the multicentre phase 2/3 COLO-PREVENT clinical trial. This recruits high-risk patients through the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme, investigating whether repurposed drugs or dietary agents may help prevent colorectal polyp development.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate, verify, log, and store clinical samples from up to 60 trial sites across England and Wales, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator, Trial Manager, and wider trial teams to provide essential laboratory and sample support.
- Contribute to audit readiness and assist with:
- Regulatory documentation
- Ethics submissions
- Reporting
- Operate within a quality-managed clinical research environment, adhering to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), health & safety, and human tissue governance standards.
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The role demands excellent organisation, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to high standards of compliance.
About You
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Technical or scientific education to ONC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or applicable experience in:
- Clinical trial or research settings
- Human sample handling in a quality-managed environment
- Proficiency in:
- Regulatory requirements (e.g., Good Clinical Practice (GCP), health & safety, human tissue governance)
- Written & verbal communication
- IT skills
- Independent and multidisciplinary teamwork
- Ability to:
- Manage competing priorities
- Maintain high accuracy and compliance
Desirable Skills
- Experience with regulatory documentation, ethics submissions, or audit processes in research environments
- Familiarity with NHS or clinical sample databases
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Additional Notes
- The role may involve work in NHS settings and requires compliance with:
- Research governance
- Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks
- The University of Leicester values inclusivity, diversity, equity, and academic freedom.
- Applications for job share will be considered.
Additional Information
Informal enquiries can be directed to Professor Karen Brown at kb20@leicester.ac.uk.
About the University of Leicester
For over 100 years, the University has driven world-changing research and transformative education. By joining, you become part of the Citizens of Change——a global community of staff, students, and alumni.
Core Values: Inspiring, Impactful & Inclusive
- Embeds equity, diversity, and inclusion across teaching, research, and support.
- Prioritises staff wellbeing and environmental sustainability.
- Offers a competitive package, including:
- Generous pension scheme
- Excellent annual leave allowance
- Career development opportunities in a supportive, collaborative culture.
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