Location: Cambridge, UK
Salary: £13-£14 per hour
Duration: Anticipated 12-month contract initially
Proclinical is working alongside a discovery-focused life sciences organisation which is based in Cambridge and is seeking a Biology Laboratory Technician to join its laboratory operations team. This is a hands-on, lab-based role supporting day-to-day biological lab activities within a modern drug discovery environment.
We are supporting a growing biotechnology organisation in Cambridge to appoint a Biology Laboratory Technician to play a central role in the day-to-day running of their research laboratories.
This is a hands-on, highly operational position supporting scientists working on the biology of diseases and the discovery of new therapeutic targets. The role is critical to keeping the lab running smoothly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of safety, organisation, and scientific practice.
The Role
You'll be responsible for supporting the daily operations of a busy biology lab. While there is some scientific input, this is primarily an operational, lab support-focused role, suited to someone who enjoys structure, routine, and keeping things running behind the scenes.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing consumables, stock, and laboratory supplies
Waste management and maintaining smooth lab operations
Receiving and organising deliveries and replenishing stock levels
Supporting lab housekeeping, cleanliness, and organisation across facilities
Preparing media, pouring plates and aliquoting reagents
Working under sterile conditions using aseptic techniques
Supporting tissue culture lab activities where required
Operating lab equipment such as autoclaves, glass wash systems, and balances (training provided)
Supporting wider site operations when required (including general facilities support)
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team and is comfortable in a structured, repeatable role where consistency and reliability are key.
The ideal profile will include:
At least 1 years' experience working in a laboratory, ideally in a similar role
Experience with media preparation, aliquoting, or aseptic techniques (preferred, not essential)
Background in biology or a related scientific field (degree preferred but not required)
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
A reliable, proactive, and team-oriented approach
Confidence working to SOPs and health & safety guidelines
Candidates from adjacent roles (e.g. QC analysts or microbiology backgrounds) with relevant lab exposure will also be considered.
If you're looking for a laboratory position where you can contribute meaningfully to cutting-edge science without being on the critical path of experimentation, this could be an excellent fit.
If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Neil Walton at (url removed)
Salary description
£13.00 - £14.00 per hour