Question 1

What are the main responsibilities of the Lab & Stores Assistant role?

Accepted Answer

The role involves purchasing laboratory supplies, monitoring and managing stock levels using the finance system and PPMS inventory, assisting with lab operations, waste disposal, safety compliance, and acting as Fire Warden. Key duties include checking deliveries, maintaining stores security, and supporting housekeeping across Institute of Metabolic Science locations. Laboratory technician and stores management experience is essential for smooth research facility operations. For more on lab roles, see research jobs.

Question 2

What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

Accepted Answer

Proven laboratory technician experience and stock management are required, along with exceptional organisational and time management skills, strong communication, expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in a team. Based at Addenbrooke's Hospital. Review tips in how to write a winning academic CV.

Question 3

What is the salary, location, and application deadline?

Accepted Answer

Salary is £27,319-£31,236. Location: Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Closing date: 22 February 2026; interviews on 27 February 2026. Quote reference RG48609. Explore administration jobs for similar opportunities.

Question 4

How do I apply for the Lab & Stores Assistant position?

Accepted Answer

Click 'Apply' to register on the recruitment system, outline how you match criteria and why applying, include referees (one recent line manager with email/phone). University supports equality, diversity, inclusion; must be eligible to work in UK. No visa sponsorship mentioned. See research assistant tips (adapt for labs).

Question 5

Does this role offer visa sponsorship or relocation support?

Accepted Answer

The University requires employees to be eligible to live and work in the UK; no mention of visa sponsorship. Position is on-campus at Cambridge Biomedical Campus. For international applicants, check higher ed jobs with sponsorship filters.

Question 6

What support roles are available at University of Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

This Lab & Stores Assistant supports Institute of Metabolic Science labs. Similar roles in administration and research support. Download further particulars from the job post. Browse admin jobs or research jobs.

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