Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

The Medical Research Council Toxicology Unit is an internationally renowned institution focused on the delivery of field-changing mechanistic insights into toxicology and disease.

We are looking to appoint a Research Laboratory Technician to provide day to day practical support across two of our research groups.

Main aspects of the role include:

• Assist with general laboratory housekeeping, procurement, collection and distribution of equipment and consumables
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of incubators, microbiological safety cabinets and fume hoods
• Monitor condition of refrigerators and freezers and maintain stocks within the laboratory
• Assist with the maintenance of the equipment asset register, chemical inventory system (Cheminventory) and as required liaise with the Laboratory and Facilities manager on tasks
• Disposal of chemical and biological waste
• Assist with general Health & Safety protocols to ensure safe working practices within the laboratories
• Provide ongoing maintenance, help to organise PAT testing and basic repair of apparatus/equipment
• Where possible carry out basic experimental work under the instruction of the Head of Group as required

You will have good communication and interpersonal skills, be well organised and a reliable team player. You should be educated to at least GSCE level/ level 2 vocational qualification in a science subject, or with the equivalent level of practical experience.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact hradmin@mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk