About this role
The Opportunity:
Where curiosity becomes impact.
With roles from hospitality to research, there’s a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh. We can offer opportunities for you to develop in your career and make a real difference in the communities around us while contributing to the world at large.
We are seeking a motivated and organised Laboratory Technician to join the Edinburgh Myeloma Genome Initiative at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer, University of Edinburgh. In this part-time role (0.5 FTE), you will play a key hands-on role in processing bone marrow and peripheral blood samples from patients recruited through NHS Lothian, using techniques such as density-gradient centrifugation, magnetic cell separation, flow cytometry sample preparation, and DNA/RNA extraction for downstream genomic analyses. You will also support the smooth day-to-day running of the laboratory, including sample tracking, reagent preparation, equipment checks, and maintaining a safe and well-organised CL2 research environment. Working closely with researchers, clinicians and core facilities, this role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to high-impact cancer genomics research while developing valuable technical skills in a supportive academic setting.
Why to work with us?
People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University, you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you.
A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:
Professional development and subject matter expertise Leading-edge research Variety every day Excellent benefits and support
This post is part-time (0.5 FTE, 17.5 hours per week). The working pattern can be agreed flexibly by mutual arrangement, recognising the need to support laboratory-based work and the timing of sample processing.
Apply Before: 06/03/2026, 23:59