University of Cambridge
Senior Flow Cytometry Technician (Fixed Term)
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Fixed-term: The post is available on a fixed term contract for two years (with the possibility of an extension) and is subject to a 6-month probationary period.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Flow Cytometry Technician to join the Flow Cytometry Facility within the School of the Biological Sciences, based in the Department of Pathology at the University of Cambridge.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small, supportive team (currently two staff members) at the heart of a vibrant, multidisciplinary research environment.
About The Facility
The Flow Cytometry Facility is located in central Cambridge on Tennis Court Road and comprises three dedicated laboratory spaces. The facility is equipped with a broad range of state-of-the-art instrumentation, including:
- Five analysers: two Cytek Aurora spectral cytometers, Thermo Fisher Attune NxT, Beckman Coulter CytoFLEX LX, and CytoFLEX S
- Two cell sorters: Waters Biosciences FACSDiscover S8 and FACSAria
The FACSDiscover S8 is a cutting-edge, imaging-enabled spectral cell sorter, the first of its kind, combining full spectral flow cytometry with real-time spatial and morphological insights, enabling powerful new approaches to cell analysis and sorting.
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The facility supports a wide user base across Cambridge, including researchers from Pathology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Physiology, Development and Neuroscience, Chemistry, Plant Sciences, and the Gurdon Institute.
The Role
The postholder will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the facility, supporting researchers in delivering high-quality experiments and ensuring all instruments operate reliably and efficiently.
Prior experience with both analysers and cell sorters is desirable; however, full training will be provided both in-house and externally for the right candidate.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work closely with world-leading scientists across a wide range of disciplines
- Hands-on experience with advanced flow cytometry and cell sorting technologies
- A collaborative and evolving facility environment with scope to contribute to its growth and development
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Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our Department.
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Informal enquiries are welcome and can be directed to Joana Cerveira at jf651@cam.ac.uk. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact: hr@path.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference PK50297 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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.
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