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Laboratory Support Assistant

Assistant staff

30 April 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Staff / Administration

Salary

£25,249-£27,319

Required Qualifications

Self-motivated
Good organisational skills
Ability to prioritise workload
Good customer service skills
Attention to detail
Basic knowledge in science

Research Areas

Cancer biology
Translational cancer research
Clinical application
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Laboratory Support Assistant

Laboratory Support Assistant

Europe's top cancer charity, Cancer Research UK, has combined with the University of Cambridge to fund the world class Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute, situated on the Addenbrooke's Biomedical Campus in Cambridge.

As part of the University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine, the Institute's research ranges from basic cancer biology through translational cancer research to clinical application. The Institute currently houses over 350 researchers and support staff with 18 research groups and associated core facilities in a state-of-the-art research facility.

We are currently looking to recruit a Laboratory Support Assistant to be primarily based in the Glass Wash and Media facility. You will be involved in the preparation and maintenance of stock sterile glassware, plastics and media, the autoclaving of laboratory waste as well as providing routine support for the research laboratories at the CI.

You should be self-motivated with good organisational skills and ability to prioritise your workload. Good customer service skills and attention to detail are essential, along with a basic knowledge in science.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 30th April 2026
The interview date for the role is: 8th May 2026

Please quote reference SW49380 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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Key information

Department/location

Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute

Salary

£25,249-£27,319

Reference

SW49380

Category

Assistant staff

Date published

10 April 2026

Closing date

30 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

🔬What are the main responsibilities of the Laboratory Support Assistant?

The role focuses on preparing and maintaining stock sterile glassware, plastics, and media in the Glass Wash and Media facility. Duties include autoclaving laboratory waste and providing routine support to research labs at the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute. Explore more research jobs for similar roles.

📋What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

Candidates need to be self-motivated with good organisational skills, ability to prioritise workload, customer service skills, attention to detail, and basic knowledge in science. No advanced degree specified. Check administration jobs for entry-level opportunities in higher ed.

📝How do I apply for the Laboratory Support Assistant role?

Click 'Apply' to register with the recruitment system, complete the online form outlining how you match the criteria, and include referee details (one current line manager). Quote reference SW49380. Deadline: 30 April 2026. Visit higher ed admin jobs for tips.

💰What is the salary and location for this job?

Salary range: £25,249-£27,319. Location: Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute, Addenbrooke's Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, UK. Full-time staff position. See university salaries for comparisons.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available, and what about equality commitments?

The University requires employees to be eligible to live and work in the UK; no visa sponsorship mentioned. The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all sections of society. Learn more via higher ed jobs.

📅When is the closing date and interview for this Laboratory Support Assistant position?

Applications close on 30 April 2026; interviews scheduled for 8 May 2026. Download further particulars from the job post. Related roles in research assistant jobs.
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