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Applications are invited from enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Research Assistants to join the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute to work in the Sinha group. This post is funded for 13 months and will be initially 1 month full time, and then 12 months 50% FTE.

The successful candidate will support the smooth running of tissue culture activities and carry out research studies on animals as part of wider research activities. Duties will include: performing experimental procedures, tissue culture of pluripotent stem cell-derived cardiovascular cells such as beating cardiomyocytes, for 2D line generations or production of engineered heart constructs, and other bioengineering techniques.

Molecular techniques such as RNA extraction and qRT-PCR, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry will be required, along with standard laboratory management practices such as stock maintenance, planning and record keeping. Additional techniques will include protein isolation and quantification from cells and human tissue to perform Western Blot and immunoprecipitation.

There will also be the opportunity to learn a novel technique that involves slicing of ultrathin sections of living human hearts and perform extended culture in vitro, to study the functional response of the tissue to different degrees of mechanical load.

There is also an opportunity to conduct experimentation alone or in collaboration for individual and/or collaborative research projects; including helping with the planning and design of experiments, and collection and analysis of data. They will also assist with housekeeping and safety in the research laboratories and liaise regularly with their line managers, PI and other lab members.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc, or higher, in a biological subject, together with experience in areas of relevance to the research group. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently, are also essential, along with having a high degree of precision and accuracy and communication skills.

The Cambridge Stem Cell Institute is the largest Stem Cell Institute in Europe and a world-leading centre for stem cell research and regenerative medicine. Scientists collaborate to advance our knowledge of stem cell biology and tissue repair and to perform pioneering work in translational research areas, providing the foundation for new medical treatments including those for the damaged heart. The institute boasts a large number of core facilities, including an imaging, flow cytometry and histology facility.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 September 2026 in the first instance.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Sanjay Sinha (SS661@cam.ac.uk).

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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: 2nd July 2025

Interview date: to be confirmed

Please quote reference PS46363 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join an exciting interdisciplinary project at the intersection of ecology and computer science. This collaborative project, involving researchers from the Department of Plant Sciences and Computer Science at the University of Cambridge, focuses on using Geospatial Foundation Modelling to generate a globally consistent high-resolution habitat map.

About the Role Global efforts to address nature-related risks and achieve ambitious conservation targets are being hampered by a fundamental data gap: there is still no accurate fine-grained, globally consistent map of the world's remaining natural and human-modified habitats, classified by a robust ecological typology.  There is also no reliable system for tracking habitat change. These shortfalls affect a wide range of stakeholders¿conservationists cannot track species ranges accurately, companies struggle to report on nature-related risks, governments lack credible datasets to guide their 30 x 30 conservation commitments under the UN Convention on Biological Diversity, and philanthropic foundations and NGOs are unable to prioritize ecosystem investments with confidence or evaluate the effectiveness of their interventions. Existing attempts to map habitats have fallen short, largely due to a lack of high-quality, regionally relevant training data that can be used to train models to recognize and contextualize diverse land cover types at the ecoregion level.  Creating an open-source library of ecoregional training data will enable the next generation of AI-powered mapping tools to deliver unprecedented accuracy and consistency in habitat classification and change detection. By acting now, we can finally provide the data foundation needed to mobilize sustainable finance, guide effective conservation, and secure the world's most important natural habitats for future generations.

Recent advances in geospatial foundation models, including Cambridge University's TESSERA model, offer a transformative opportunity to overcome these challenges¿provided they are supported by comprehensive, expertly curated ground truth datasets, which the CCI community is well positioned to provide. Geospatial foundation models are powerful AI systems trained on huge amounts of satellite images that can understand patterns and changes on Earth, such as land use and land cover change mapping. Instead of building a new model for every task, foundation models can be quickly adapted to answer different questions about our planet, saving time and effort. This makes it much easier for scientists and decision-makers to get reliable insights from geospatial data, whether they're monitoring habitats, crops, cities, or natural disasters.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 4 months in the first instance.

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Please notice that if you have not received any news from us 1 month after the closing date you should consider that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Please quote reference PD46354 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Centre for Pathogen Evolution (CPE) at the Department of Zoology, University of Cambridge invites applications for a Research Assistant to a project on evolutionarily smart SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. It is an exciting opportunity for an experienced data scientist to support and maintain the national and international reputation for excellence in research of the CPE.

The research focus of the group is to design and develop analytical, computational, and mathematical methods to understand the fundamental processes that govern the evolution of antigenically variable viruses. Our research is highly interdisciplinary, involving global collaboration with experimental virologists and clinicians to quantify the selection pressures on SARS-CoV-2 and influenza viruses to better understand their evolutionary dynamics, and to inform control strategies.

The appointment, which is funded by UKRI, is for a period of 18 months starting in July 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience for the Role:

• Masters in Natural Sciences, Medicine or related area
• Experience with evaluation of clinical trials or experimental medicine
• Experience with mathematical modelling
• Experience of software development
• Proficiency in complex data analysis
• Knowledge and experience with R, Python, MATLAB
• Familiarity with statistics methods, large data sets and data visualization
• Ambition, drive, strong work ethic, and good interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• The ability to organise time and work effectively, independently and responsibly in a research team setting
• Enthusiasm to interact with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary and collaborative environment

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for up to 18 months.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Flexible working requests will be considered

We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva.

Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF46340 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We are inviting applications for a Research Laboratory Technician to carry out experimental work within Professor Alison Smith's research group. The role-holder is responsible to the Head of the Group and will carry out experimental work in close collaboration with post-doctoral researchers.

Overview of the role

To provide technical support for research activity in order to ensure the smooth running of a laboratory or research facility.

The successful candidate will be involved with generation, maintenance and characterisation of transgenic micro-algae lines. Day to day tasks include growth and maintenance of algae cultures, conducting algae transformations, phenotyping of algae lines, recording data and providing results. The role will require ability to set up experiments under minimal supervision with due care and attention. The successful candidate will be responsible for following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

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Please quote reference PD46330 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We are looking for an experienced Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) practitioner to join the Health and Wellbeing Research Group as a PPIE Coordinator.

The role will include leading the PPIE activities across a range of active projects within the group. At the moment, the role will include coordination of the PPIE activities within the new Cancer Data Driven Detection (CD3) programme (https://www.ccge.medschl.cam.ac.uk/research-studies/active-programmes-studies/cancer-data-driven-detection-cd3-programme), and the Certain about Uncertainty programme (https://wellcome.org/research-funding/funding-portfolio/funded-grants/certain-about-uncertainty-bridging-cells-and). Coordination of PPIE activities across other projects will also be expected.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience within research, health or social care or community settings. They must have experience of leading PPIE activities and delivering PPIE strategies within an academic and/or healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate must also have experience of working with patient/public partners from a range of backgrounds as well as experience of working with multiple stakeholders from across health and/or social care.

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

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

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For informal inquiries, please contact Stephanie Archer at saa71@medschl.cam.ac.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 13th July 2025 at 12 Midnight

Interview date(s): TBC

Please quote reference PJ46308 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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A position is open for a short-term research assistant based at the OpenPlant Laboratory in Cambridge in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Cambridge, and directed by Dr Facundo Romani and Prof. Jim Haseloff.

The appointee will develop a research project based on exploring the morphological diversity of across liverworts. Previous work with Marchantia has established foundational aspects of vegetative development (https://haseloff.plantsci.cam.ac.uk).

The work will include state-of-the-art microscopy techniques in a set of leafy liverwort species and comparative analysis with the model liverwort Marchantia polymorpha. These insights should help to reconstruct the evolution of meristem architecture across liverworts and other bryophytes and uncover new aspect of plant development and meristem re-establishment. We are looking for a highly motivated research assistant to work in this area. 

The successful candidate will have a background in evolution of development biology, including a degree in a relevant area. Experience with advanced confocal microscopy, clearing techniques, and in vitro culture of liverworts, previous work with Marchantia will be advantageous.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 4 months in the first instance.

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Please quote reference PD46309 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Pathogen Dynamics Unit, located within the Department of Genetics in central Cambridge, is looking to recruit a full-time Research Coordinator to join our growing team of researchers carrying out wet lab and mathematical, computational and field research in the field of infectious disease dynamics.

The Pathogen Dynamics Unit brings together the research groups of Dr Kate Baker, Dr Charlotte Houldcroft and Professor Henrik Salje and uses mathematical, computational, field and laboratory research to help our understanding of how pathogens spread in populations; assessing control efforts and supporting public policy development. The Unit works closely with an established network of collaborators and field-based epidemiologists working across laboratories, hospitals, and public health agencies.

This is a busy and varied role supporting the coordination of research staff and activities across domestic and international projects related to dengue, COVID-19, shigellosis and other infectious diseases. Suitable candidates should be highly organised and able to manage competing priorities under minimal supervision. Experience of conducting wet lab experiments and an understanding of the safety aspects of wet labs, as well as sustainable science initiatives would be an advantage. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required for communicating with staff and students at all levels as well as external collaborators. Additional information about the responsibilities of this post can be found in the Further Particulars document below.

Please note, as we are looking to fill the role as soon as possible we require candidates with existing knowledge of our research grants and financial processes, the vacancy is therefore open to internal applicants only.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

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For informal enquiries about the role please contact Professor Henrik Salje hs743@cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PC46296 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Clare Baker's lab (https://www.pdn.cam.ac.uk/directory/clare-baker) is based in the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. The lab studies the development of vertebrate electrosensory lateral line organs as a model for understanding how novel cell-types and organs evolve. We are a small group, committed to mentoring and supporting the career development of all members. We share open-plan lab space with two zebrafish groups.

We are looking for a second postdoc to join the lab for a Leverhulme Trust-funded project on the development and evolution of electroreceptors in weakly electric fishes. Electroreception was lost in the ancestors of teleost fishes, but evolved independently at least twice within different teleost groups, most likely via the modification of mechanosensory lateral line neuromasts. The project overall involves knifefishes (gymnotiforms) and freshwater elephantfishes (mormyrids): these lineages independently evolved 'ampullary' organs that detect low-frequency electric fields in water (for example, from other animals), as well as electric organs (modified muscle/nerve) and 'tuberous' organs that respond to high-frequency electric organ discharges (used for communication, electrolocation, etc). You will focus primarily on lateral line organ development in knifefish. The project involves experimental embryology (fate-mapping lateral line placodes with DiI; small-molecule manipulation of different signalling pathways; CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene targeting in 1-cell embryos), bioinformatic analysis of single-cell transcriptomic datasets and gene-expression studies using in situ hybridisation/HCR. You will undertake all work with live knifefish embryos via extended research visits (each lasting several weeks) to our collaborator Michael Markham's lab at the University of Oklahoma (Norman, OK, USA). Fixed specimens will be shipped to Cambridge for analysis there.

Candidates should hold a PhD in developmental biology and have experience in vertebrate experimental embryology, preferably in teleost fishes. Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 gene targeting in embryos is desirable. Bioinformatics experience with single-cell transcriptomic datasets is desirable.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 30 months in the first instance.

The position is available immediately but the start date is flexible and would be by negotiation.

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To apply for this post, please submit a CV, motivation letter detailing why you want to be part of this project and how this post will be a good stepping-stone for your career. We also need the contact details for two people who can provide a professional reference.

The closing date for applications is 1st August 2025.

Informal enquiries about the position can be made to Professor Clare Baker (cvhb1@cam.ac.uk)

Please quote reference PM46251 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on the impacts of global change on the forests. The PDRA will contribute to:

Understand the impact of CO2 on Amazonian biodiversity, particularly the difference in performance between lianas and trees.

Understand the dynamics of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. Coordinate data collection on UK forest dynamics plots.

In addition, the PDRA is expected to contribute towards the work taking place in the group of Dr Esquivel-Muelbert.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 years in the first instance.

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Please quote reference PD46272 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Department of Pharmacology, part of the School of Biological Sciences, is seeking to appoint a HR Coordinator to join the Professional Services team. Reporting to the Departmental Administrator (DA), this role coordinates a comprehensive HR and payroll support service for all staff, managing and leading on all day-to-day local HR functions, with the assistance of the HR Administrator which the post holder will line manage.

As the HR Coordinator, you will be providing clear and accurate advice to staff and managers on HR policy and employment relations issues such as staff welfare, disciplinary/grievance and terms and conditions of employment (e.g. holiday entitlement, pay scales). You will be working closely with the DA and will be expected to provide guidance and advice to the DA and Head of Department (HoD) regarding University wide policies, as well as implementing this guidance into the Department. You will oversee all recruitment process, from writing job adverts and setting up interviews, all the way through to offer and onboarding new staff members. In fact, this role has oversight on the entire employee lifecycle, from induction, to training and development, all the way through to completing leaver processes.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, and a positive, service-oriented, can-do attitude. They will be able to work both independently and in a team, with a pro-active approach to troubleshooting and problem solving. Attention to detail, a high level of accuracy and effective time management are essential. Candidates must be educated to degree level/Level 6 vocational qualification or equivalent level of practical experience. CIPD certification is beneficial but not essential. The role requires the post holder to be confident MS Office user, especially OneDrive, Outlook, Word and Excel. Previous experience in University HR systems (CHRIS, RAS, Web Recruitment, CCWS) and well as good working knowledge of University HR policies is desirable. This role has line management responsibility for the HR Administrator; line management experience is desirable but not essential.

Interviews are expected to take place on 18th July 2025.

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If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Emma King, Departmental Administrator (da@phar.cam.ac.uk).

For queries about the application process, please contact the HR team (hr@phar.cam.ac.uk).

Please quote reference PL46278 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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About Us:

The role is based in the Conservation Science Group in the Department of Zoology at the University of Cambridge. There, led by Professor Andrew Balmford, research is underway centred around the impact of food on the natural environment: how can we feed a growing human population at the least cost to people and nature? This is a broad question and so the research covers a wide range of topics, including species population modelling, the biodiversity and greenhouse gas impacts of meals served in a hospital, through to the effect of package size on purchasing habits and food waste. We are looking for a motivated individual to work on a number of these topics. If you have experience in coding, strong critical thinking skills, and a passion for preserving the planet, we would love to hear from you.

The role:

As a Research Assistant, you will join the Conservation Science Group and the Mandala project (www.mandala-consortium.org) to work primarily on methods for assessing the sustainability of food and applying them to real-world data. Working closely with the team behind 'LIFE' - a state-of-the-art biodiversity assessment method, and with access to an exciting novel dataset on the food purchasing habits of 2000 households in the UK, this work has the potential for substantial impact in policy and the scientific literature. Work will include helping to develop a pipeline to estimate the impacts of individual food products and applying them to food purchasing data to explore the demographic drivers of consumption impacts. Work may also include contributing to a global standard of food impact assessments. Potential aspects of this role are broad, but might include a review of existing approaches to assessing the impacts of agricultural products, data manipulation - bringing together several data sources, developing code to automate procedures, carrying out statistical analyses and presenting results in various formats.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Relevant degree (Bachelors or Masters) in a quantitative / analytical subject.
• Experience in computer programming, particularly in the context of data manipulation and analysis using a language such as Python.
• Experience in working with large datasets programmatically.
• Statistical analysis and scientific writing skills.
• Organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate research findings clearly in oral and written formats to collaborators and other members of the group

Desirable skills and knowledge - Experience working in a professional environment. - An understanding of the principles of reproducible scientific methods (e.g. version control, open access data and code).

For informal enquires, please contact Dr Thomas Ball at tsb42@cam.ac.uk.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available up until 21 March 2026 2026 with a possibility of extension.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Flexible working requests will be considered.

We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva.

Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF46284 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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About the Project

We invite applications for a fully-funded at Home fees 4-year PhD studentship project to investigate a newly discovered mechanism of translational regulation in bacteria, with the potential to reveal fundamental insights into gene expression and microbial adaptation, based in the Department of Pathology at the University of Cambridge under the supervision of Dr Betty Chung (https://www.path.cam.ac.uk/directory/betty-chung) starting January 2026, deadline 10th July 2025.

Project Summary:

Translation is a critical control point in bacterial gene expression, yet many regulatory mechanisms remain poorly understood. In our recent work, we uncovered a previously uncharacterized mechanism of translational regulation in bacteria, involving novel RNA elements and ribosomal stalling events. This PhD project will delve into the molecular details of this regulatory system, its physiological roles, and its conservation across bacterial species. For more information please see here : https://www.path.cam.ac.uk/graduate/fully-funded-studentships.

Key objectives include:

• Characterizing the molecular mechanism of this translational regulation using a combination of genetics, molecular biology, and structural biology.

• Determining its impact on bacterial physiology under different environmental conditions.

• Investigating the evolutionary conservation and diversity of this mechanism in other bacterial taxa.

Techniques You May Use:

The project will involve a multidisciplinary approach combining molecular biology, microbiology, and systems-level analysis. Depending on the project's progression and your interests, you may gain experience in:

Infection-Associated Techniques Studying bacterial gene regulation during host-pathogen interactions.

High-Throughput Transcriptomics and Translatomics Including cutting-edge methods such as ribosome profiling to explore translation dynamics.

Reporter Assays Using RNA-based fluorescence or luminescence-based systems to investigate regulatory mechanisms in live cells.

In Vitro Translation Systems Reconstituting translation in a controlled environment to dissect mechanistic details.

Structural Biology Approaches Particularly cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to explore RNA or ribosome-associated structures.

Computational and Bioinformatic Analysis Handling and interpreting large datasets, sequence conservation, RNA structure modelling, and more.

You will be supported in developing new skills, with opportunities to focus on either experimental or computational components, or both, based on your evolving interests and the direction of the research.

Candidate Requirements:

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a strong background in molecular biology, microbiology, or biochemistry. Previous experience in RNA biology, bacterial genetics, or translational regulation will be advantageous, but not essential. Enthusiasm to learn new techniques and a curiosity-driven approach to research are key.

Lab and Environment:

Our lab is part of a dynamic research community within the Department of Pathology, offering access to state-of-the-art facilities and strong collaborations in RNA biology and microbial genetics. You'll work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment with opportunities for training, conference attendance, and international collaboration.

Funding Notes

Funding* will cover the student's stipend at the current Research Council rate and University Fees. The studentship will be funded for four years from January 2026. *The studentship is only available to students who qualify for UK Home fees

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 4 years in the first instance.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

How to Apply:

Applicants should hold (or expect to obtain) the equivalent of a UK 2.1 or higher in an undergraduate honours or Masters degree in a relevant subject. The studentship is open to those eligible for the Home rate of University fees.

All applications should be made online via the University's Applicant Portal (https://apply.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/applicant/login?dswid=-6012) for a PhD in Pathology (BLPA22). Applications should include academic transcripts, CV, statement of purpose and 2 references. An application is only complete when all supporting documents, including the 2 academic references, are submitted. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure their referees submit their references before the closing date. Please also explain your motivation why you wish to pursue a PhD in this area, outline your research interests and background, and describe the qualities and experience you will bring to the role.

Please quote reference PK46271 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Applications are invited for a postgraduate research assistant position to work in the Memory Laboratory at the Department of Psychology, University of Cambridge (http://www.memlab.psychol.cam.ac.uk).

Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree in psychology, neuroscience, or related disciplines, and an interest in human memory. The position will involve administering computerised cognitive tasks to younger and older adults. In addition, the post-holder will help with organising lab administration. Previous experience with neuropsychological testing and strong computer skills (e.g., MS Office, R statistics) are necessary. Applicants should have excellent organisational skills, be highly motivated, enjoy working in a vibrant collaborative research environment, and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Fixed-term: The post is full-time and available for 2 years in the first instance, starting 1 September 2025.

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Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

For informal inquiries, please contact Professor Jon Simons at jss30@cam.ac.uk

Closing Date: Monday 7th July 2025 at 12 Midnight

Planned interview dates will be in July 2025

Please quote reference PJ46285 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We have an exciting opportunity for an NGS and Spatial Omics Assistant to join the NGS Core Facility team in the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute. CSCI is a world-leading centre for stem cell research based in the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

We are seeking a self-motivated, reliable and well-trained Genomics Assistant to join the Stem Cell Institute's Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) core facility. This facility supports the general NGS needs of our researchers and is currently expanding into delivering spatial genomics services.

You will be responsible for performing a wide variety of bulk and single cell NGS protocols, as well as spatial transcriptomics processes on 10X Visium CytAssist..

You will work closely with the Facility Manager to ensure the smooth running of the NGS facility, and collaborate with colleagues in the Imaging and Histology core facilities to help develop and support spatial omics pipelines.

Routine tasks will include coordinating and planning incoming bulk, single cell, and spatial projects, receiving samples from facility users, performing a wide variety of NGS library preparations, implementing and establishing new protocols, managing specialised equipment such as Chromium X and Visium CytAssist, providing expert technical advice to our users, liaising with customers about their results, and general lab maintenance such as safety, sample tracking and ordering.

You will be an experienced molecular biologist with a degree or equivalent in a biological science, superior laboratory skills in molecular biology, extensive practical experience and theoretical knowledge of conventional and single cell NGS technologies, and have a good understanding of the latest spatial transcriptomics developments. Prior experience of cell culture would be advantageous but experience in stem cell biology is not necessary. You should be confident working independently, to research, learn and apply new techniques, and troubleshoot and optimise protocols.

You will have demonstrable organizational, documentation and time management skills, together with experience supporting a variety of research projects in a core environment or support role. The ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with all levels of staff is essential.

This is a full-time role for 36.5 hours per week.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.

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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.

Closing date: 25th June 2025

Interview date: Most likely to be 7th or 8th July 2025

Please quote reference PS46269 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Applications are invited for a Research Laboratory Technician with a background in plant molecular biology and genetics, whose primary role will be to support the research projects and contribute to grant objectives for Dr Evan Ellison at the Crop Science Centre within the Department of Plant Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody enthusiastic to gain experience working in plant molecular biology and genetics, gene editing, and plant-microbe interactions.

You will work under the management of Dr Evan Ellison to provide laboratory support for research programs under his direction. The post-holder will contribute to the experimental work associated with molecular biology protocols (cloning, RNA and DNA extractions, expression analysis, plant husbandry and plant crosses), histology, and computational phenotyping methods.

The post-holder will also be responsible for the organization of experiments assessing interactions with viral pathogens and beneficial microbes.

We are seeking to appoint an individual with strong organisational and communication skills, who takes pride on their job and are team players.

The successful candidate must have excellent attention to details and should have practical experience in plant molecular biology laboratory activities and research.

The role holder will also need good communication and interpersonal skills.

The Crop Science Centre opened in October 2020 and is part of the Department of Plant Sciences. It benefits from the diverse skills and expertise of the University of Cambridge and NIAB, providing an environment for research excellence in crops, with the drive and expertise for scientific translation to address real-world problems. Over 70 staff and students are located at the Centre, distributed in between three established research groups and three fellows starting new research programs.

The Crop Science Centre offer a positive and inclusive working environment with a generous annual leave entitlement and free parking on site.

We welcome a diversity of applicants and have developed an application process that removes, as much as possible, any bias in selection. Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr Evan Ellison (eee26@cam.ac.uk).

Please note that this role if for Internal applicants only.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 29 May 2026 in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

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If you have not received any response 1 month after the closing date you should consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Please quote reference PD46236 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research (CTR) at the University of Cambridge as Executive Manager, providing maternity cover for the current postholder.

About the Role

This is a senior administrative role supporting the Director of the Centre and providing strategic and operational leadership across a diverse portfolio of activities. This varied role offers the chance to work at the heart of a collaborative, interdisciplinary research centre.

You will coordinate key processes related to governance, recruitment, communications, events, and HR, and act as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as Secretary to the Loke CTR Board of Managers and Scientific Advisory Board, preparing agendas, drafting papers, producing minutes, and tracking follow-up actions.
• Leading HR processes for Loke CTR-funded PhD studentships and Next Generation Fellowships, including advertising, coordinating interviews, and liaising with supervisors, funders, and HR.
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the Centre, including staff line management, budgeting, team meetings, and supporting efficient internal processes and inductions.
• Overseeing the work of the Loke CTR Events and Communications Administrator, including visitor support and internal communications.
• Supporting academic events and public engagement activities including seminars, conferences, and the Loke CTR Annual Meeting.
• Financial and governance responsibilities, including managing expenses and consumables, and maintaining accurate records in line with University policies.
• Providing support for strategic development of the Loke CTR, including coordinating funding applications and contributing to the Centre's long-term financial sustainability.
• Managing use of office space, coordinating refurbishments, and liaising with departmental administrators.

About You

We are looking for a well-organised, proactive and collaborative individual with experience in academic administration or research management. You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently across a diverse range of responsibilities. Previous experience in a Cambridge department or a similar university environment is desirable.

This role is ideally suited to someone with experience in Cambridge administration who is looking to broaden their operational leadership skills in a supportive environment. The role would also suit a recent PhD graduate looking to gain strategic operations and project management experience in a research environment.

About us

The Loke CTR, based in the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (PDN), is an internationally recognized centre of excellence committed to advancing the scientific study of the placenta, early development, and maternal-fetal interactions. The Centre is a vibrant, interdisciplinary hub that brings together over 30 research groups across the University.

The core staff team, based in PDN, consists of six people, including the Executive Manager, Events and Communications Administrator, Licensing Coordinator, and Technicians with key support from the departmental Finance, HR and Student Administration teams.

Working Arrangements

The post is offered full-time, though applications from those wishing to work 0.8 FTE or in a job-share will be considered. The role is largely office based but we offer the flexibility of some hybrid working once induction is complete and would be happy to discuss this as part of the interview process. A detailed handover period is planned with overlap with the current postholder.

Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term for 12 months or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

How to Apply

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To apply online, click the 'Apply' button on the University jobs portal. Please ensure that you upload a curriculum vitae and cover letter indicating how you would contribute to the responsibilities of the post.

References will be requested from candidates after interviews.

If you are currently employed by the University of Cambridge and would like to apply on the basis of a secondment, please discuss this with your line manager and apply via the University jobs portal. In your application, outline your suitability and what you hope to gain from the secondment.

Find out more

For informal enquiries, please contact Erin Slatery at execmgr.lokectr@pdn.cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference PM46199 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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People are at the heart of everything we do at Pathology, so why not join our team as a Domestic Assistant. We can offer a welcoming work environment where you can feel valued, encouraged to develop, and supported, so that you can achieve your full potential.

The Department of Pathology is one of the larger departments in the University with a highly active research and teaching programme.

The role holder will be assigned to the Department's site at Addenbrooke's Hospital and will be a member of the Central Services Domestic Team supervised daily by a Domestic Supervisor. Along with other members of the Central Services Domestic Team, the role holder will be required to provide cover for absences and from time-to-time will be requested to work at the Department's other buildings in central Cambridge.

The role holder will undertake cleaning work at the Department of Pathology's Addenbrooke's site to ensure that the facilities are cleaned and maintained to a high standard and provide a portering and custodian service for the Department of Pathology's Addenb.rooke's site. The role holder will also undertake waste disposal in accordance with NHS regulations and recycle (where required.

The Head of Department may also from time to time require the role holder to perform other duties appropriate to the grade of post.

Requirements of the role holder:

• Ability to work to a routine with the minimum of supervision.

• Reliable and have good time keeping.

• Good communication skills with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

• Basic general Health and Safety awareness, including the ability to understand instructions regarding the safe use of chemicals.

• Ability to manage own time in order to cover all aspects of the work.

• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism at all times.

Additional requirements:

• Visiting the Department's other buildings in central Cambridge when required.

• Due to the nature of the work a good level of physical fitness is required.

Please check attached Further Particulars for more information.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

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Any informal queries regarding this position should be directed to Mr Caius Liu: cl870@cam.ac.uk

Queries regarding the application process should be directed to Miss Ellie Watson (HR Administrator): ew649@cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PK46197 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Applications are invited for a fully-funded 4-year PhD studentship based in the Department of Pathology at the University of Cambridge under the supervision of Dr Andrew Blagborough (https://www.path.cam.ac.uk/directory/andrew-blagborough) starting January 2026.

Malaria, caused by Plasmodium parasites and transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes, remains a devastating infectious disease. Within the mosquito, the malaria parasite undergoes a complex and delicate lifecycle that can be successfully targeted using transmission blocking vaccines (TBVs). The most promising lifecycle stages to target with TBVs is the parasitic ookinete, a motile zygote that is essential for transmission. However, our knowledge of the surface proteins that can initiate an immunological response on the ookinete surface is limited. Using novel genetically altered parasites, this project aims to identify novel TBV targets on the surface of the ookinete, building a molecular map of the poorly understood parasite surface and facilitating the development of novel anti-malarial TBVs.. For more information please see here: https://www.path.cam.ac.uk/graduate/fully-funded-studentships

Funding will cover the student's stipend at the current Research Council rate and Home University Fees. The studentship will be funded for four years from January 2026. The studentships are available to students who qualify for UK Home fees only. Please check your eligibility here: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/finance/fees/what-my-fee-status.

Applicants should hold (or expect to obtain) the equivalent of a high UK 2.1 or higher in an undergraduate honors or Masters degree in a relevant subject. The studentship is open to those eligible for the Home rate of University fees.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 4 years in the first instance.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

All applications should be made online via the University's Applicant Portal (https://apply.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/applicant/login?dswid=5924) for a PhD in Pathology (BLPA22). Applications should include academic transcripts, CV and 2 references. An application is only complete when all supporting documents, including the 2 academic references, are submitted. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure their referees submit their references before the closing date. Please also explain your motivation why you wish to pursue a PhD in this area, outline your research interests and background, and describe the qualities and experience you will bring to the role.

Please quote reference PK46214 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We are seeking a Social Psychologist to join the Department of Psychology as a Teaching Associate. The purpose of this role is to support and maintain the University's national and international reputation for excellence in teaching. The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to contribute to undergraduate education within the Department of Psychology and an ability to teach effectively at undergraduate level.

Reporting to the Head of Undergraduate Teaching, Lee de-Wit, the post-holder will support the Department of Psychology's teaching in Social Psychology. The post-holder will work in collaboration with relevant Course Organisers and the Deputy Head of Department for Teaching, conducting social lectures for undergraduate students, providing small group supervisions for final year students, and contributing to marking exam marking in first and third year. The role will involve liaising with lecturers, students and administrative staff.

It is essential that the post-holder has a background in Social Psychology. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to teaching and will ideally have experience of teaching at university level. It is essential that the post-holder is self-motivated, can work independently as well as part of a team, and has good organisational and communication skills.

The position is funded for 1 year. The successful candidate is expected to take up the post of Teaching Associate on 9th September 2025.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 8 September 2026 in the first instance.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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Informal enquiries are welcome, please contact Dr Lee de-Wit: lhd26@cam.ac.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 26th June 2025 at midnight

The interview date is projected to be the week beginning 30/06/2025, and will involve a short skills-based test.

Please quote reference PJ46205 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The School of Biological Sciences (SBS), within the University of Cambridge, is seeking to appoint an MPhil Programme Administrator to join the programme management team for the School's MPhil in Biological Sciences by Advanced Study programme. This is an exciting and varied role, with the post holder reporting to the Programme Coordinator and contributing to the administrative operation of the MPhil programme based within the School's Postgraduate Office, ensuring the smooth running of teaching and learning activities and compliance with all relevant University policies and procedures.

Duties are varied and will include administrative and advisory support for the MPhil programme as well as other activities based within the Postgraduate Office. The post holder will also support the work of key committees, acting as secretary at management meetings and exam boards where appropriate, preparing agenda papers and producing minutes, assisting with the drafting of documents such as handbooks and guidance materials, giving advice on matters of policy and procedures as required. Providing administrative support for research, teaching, and learning-support activities. Coordinating the admissions process, with support from the Programme Coordinator and in accordance with the procedures set out by the Postgraduate Admissions Office and Faculty Degree Committee.

Candidates must be educated to HND/HNC, Level 4/5 vocational qualifications or equivalent level of practical experience. We expect the role holder to be proficient in Microsoft Office software and have excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with experience of working in an administrative role. The role holder will be based in central Cambridge. This is a full-time position working Monday ¿ Friday with a mix of office based and hybrid working to be agreed with the line-manager.

Applications from agencies will not be considered. If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Antonia.shacklock@admin.cam.ac.uk

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Please quote reference PA46216 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.