University of Cambridge
Laboratory Technician - Group Jones (Fixed Term)
Cambridge University is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a fixed-term position in the group of Prof Alexander Jones. Applications close on 24 November 2026. The role is based at the Sainsbury Laboratory in Cambridge,...
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- Last date
- 24 Nov 2026
- 19 days left
- Salary
- PKR 31,861 - 36,320 per month
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Job type
- Contract
Overview
Cambridge University is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a fixed-term position in the group of Prof Alexander Jones. Applications close on 24 November 2026. The role is based at the Sainsbury Laboratory in Cambridge, UK, and is funded for two years initially. Pay ranges from £31,861 to £36,320 per annum.
About this role
The successful candidate will work on generating, maintaining, and characterising transgenic Arabidopsis plants. Daily tasks include plant growth, conducting transformations, screening, phenotyping, and data recording, all requiring minimal supervision and attention to detail.
Candidates will join a collaborative team focused on plant developmental biology, using high-resolution biosensors to study plant hormone dynamics. The role demands excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
About this job
University of Cambridge has opened applications for Laboratory Technician - Group Jones (Fixed Term). It is a contract position.
It pays PKR 31,861 - 36,320 per month.
Job summary
- Organization
- University of Cambridge
- Job type
- Contract
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Salary
- PKR 31,861 - 36,320 per month
- How to apply
- Online
- Last date
- 24 November 2026
About the advertisement
- Advertisement date:
- 3 Nov 2026
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Eligibility for Laboratory Technician - Group Jones (Fixed Term) at University of
- Must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Requirements
- Degree in Plant Developmental Biology or related field
- Experience in Arabidopsis husbandry and creating transgenic lines
- Basic molecular biology skills
- Desirable experience in fluorescence microscopy
Responsibilities
- Generate and maintain transgenic Arabidopsis plants
- Conduct Arabidopsis transformations and screenings
- Phenotype lines and record data accurately
- Set up experiments with minimal supervision
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- Apply before 24 November 2026.
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How to apply for Laboratory Technician - Group Jones (Fixed Term) at University of
- Mode:
- Online
- Last date:
- 24 Nov 2026
- Visit http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/57648 to apply online
- Quote reference PT51579 in your application
- For scientific inquiries, contact Prof Jones at alexander.jones@slcu.cam.ac.uk
- For application process questions, email HR@slcu.cam.ac.uk
Official application link: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/57648
Last date to apply: 24 November 2026
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Benefits
- Family-friendly benefits
- Development opportunities
University of Cambridge - Sainsbury Laboratory
| Location: | Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,861 to £36,320 per annum |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
University of Cambridge - Sainsbury Laboratory
| Placed On: | 3rd November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Closes: | 24th November 2026 |
| Job Ref: | PT51579 |
اردو میں تفصیلات
- ادارہ
- University of Cambridge
- مقام
- Cambridge
- درخواست کا طریقہ
- آن لائن
- اشتہار کی تاریخ
- 3 نومبر 2026
- آخری تاریخ
- 24 نومبر 2026
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Questions about Laboratory Technician - Group Jones (Fixed Term) at University of
What is the last date to apply for Laboratory Technician? +
Applications close on 24 November 2026.
Who can apply for the Laboratory Technician position? +
Applicants must have a degree in Plant Developmental Biology or a related field.
How do I apply for the Laboratory Technician role? +
Visit http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/57648 to apply online.
What is the last date to apply for University of Cambridge jobs? +
The last date to apply is 24 November 2026.
Where are these jobs located? +
The posts are in Cambridge.
Is this a permanent or contract job? +
The posts are advertised as contract.
How can I apply? +
Apply through the official link: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/57648 before 24 November 2026.
What is the salary for Laboratory Technician - Group Jones (Fixed Term) at? +
The salary stated is PKR 31,861 - 36,320 per month.
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- www.cam.ac.uk
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- Official portal · www.jobs.cam.ac.uk
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- Published on CareersOz
- 3 Nov 2026
- Last updated
- 4 Nov 2026
Corrections
- 4 Nov 2026: summary, responsibilities, requirements, eligibility, how to apply, benefits updated.
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