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Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

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10 May 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Full-time Fixed Term

Start Date

July 2026

Salary

£33,002-£35,608

Required Qualifications

Murine colony management
PCR genotyping
Breeding records maintenance
Laboratory support
Risk assessments

Research Areas

Gut-brain-pancreatic axis
Insulin secretion control
Type 2 diabetes treatment
Obesity strategies
GLP-1 gut peptides
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Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

A full time Research Assistant position is available within the group of Professors Frank Reimann and Fiona Gribble at the Institute of Metabolic Science (IMS), focussing on the gut-brain-pancreatic axis and its role in the control of insulin secretion and food intake. The group has a particular interest in developing new strategies for treating type 2 diabetes and obesity based on GLP-1 and other gut peptides.

The position holder will take responsibility for managing complex murine colonies. Specific responsibilities will include PCR genotyping, maintenance of accurate genotyping and breeding records, decision making about breeding and colony management, general laboratory support and maintenance of risk assessments and safety documents. Depending on the interests and skills of the candidate, they will also support other activities of the group, such as maintenance of intestinal organoid cultures and feeder cell lines or provision of murine surgical/phenotyping assistance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.

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 upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

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

Closing Date: 10th May 2026.

The anticipated start date for this role is July 2026.

Please quote reference RG49381 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

Department of Clinical Biochemistry

Salary

£33,002-£35,608

Reference

RG49381

Category

Research

Date published

10 April 2026

Closing date

10 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

🔬What are the main responsibilities of this Research Assistant role?

The role focuses on managing complex murine colonies, including PCR genotyping, maintaining accurate breeding and genotyping records, decision-making on breeding strategies, general laboratory support, and updating risk assessments. Depending on skills, additional tasks may include intestinal organoid cultures, feeder cell lines, or murine surgical phenotyping. Explore more research assistant jobs or clinical research jobs for similar opportunities.

🎓What skills and experience are required for this position?

Key skills include expertise in murine colony management, PCR genotyping, record-keeping, and lab maintenance. Experience with organoid cultures or murine surgery is advantageous. No specific qualifications listed, but relevant lab experience in metabolic research is essential. Check tips on thriving in research roles and prepare your academic CV.

📝How do I apply for this Research Assistant position at University of Cambridge?

Click 'Apply' to register, upload a covering letter explaining your fit and a CV. Include referee details (email, phone; one recent line manager). Quote reference RG49381. Additional documents won't be considered. Deadline: 10 May 2026. See research jobs for application best practices.

💰What is the salary, contract duration, and start date?

Salary: £33,002-£35,608. Full-time fixed-term position. Anticipated start date: July 2026. Closing: 10 May 2026. University supports equality, diversity, and inclusion; must be eligible to work in UK. Compare with university salaries.

✅What checks are required before starting, and is visa sponsorship available?

Post-offer: basic disclosure (criminal records check), health assessment, and security check. University ensures UK work eligibility; no mention of visa sponsorship. Review higher ed jobs requirements and prepare accordingly.

🧬What research focus does this role involve at Institute of Metabolic Science?

Research targets the gut-brain-pancreatic axis in controlling insulin secretion and food intake, developing treatments for type 2 diabetes and obesity using GLP-1 and gut peptides, under Professors Frank Reimann and Fiona Gribble.
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