Research Technician – Cell Bank

Avantor; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global science provider is seeking a Research Technician to join their Global Cell Bank team in Cambridge. This full-time, lab-based role focuses on supporting cell culture activities, working on weekends from Friday to Monday. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Biological Sciences and hands-on experience in cell and tissue culture. Responsibilities include performing routine cell culture, preparing reagents, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards. Enjoy a dynamic research environment with a schedule that fits your lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Hands-on expertise in cell and tissue culture and aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with IT systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong attention to detail, proactive mindset, and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cell culture and banking.
• Support tissue culture by providing live cultures.
• Conduct QC testing and data analysis.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Cell and tissue culture

Aseptic techniques

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT systems familiarity

Education

Degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent lab experience

Job description

Research Technician – Cell Bank page is loaded## Research Technician – Cell Banklocations: Cambridge, GBRtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-170505## **The Opportunity:**## We’re looking for a Research Technician to join our customer`s Global Cell Bank team in Cambridge. This fully operational, lab-based role supports cell culture activities and ensures smooth weekend operations (Friday–Monday) as part of our 7-day science initiative.## **Research Technician – Cell Bank****Location**: Cambridge**Schedule**: Friday to Monday (Weekend Shift)**Global Cell Bank team** and help us keep science running 7 days a week.As a **Research Technician**, you’ll be at the heart of our cell culture operations, supporting cutting-edge research and ensuring our labs never miss a beat.**What You’ll Do**· Perform routine **cell culture and banking**· Support tissue culture by providing live cultures (Flasks/Plates) for screening· Cultivate **HEK293, CHO, and ExpiSF9** cell lines for recombinant protein expression workflows (transfection, feed, harvest)· Prepare reagents and media, aliquoting as needed· Conduct QC testing and data analysis· Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards· Deliver seamless handovers to keep operations smooth**What We’re Looking For**· Degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent lab experience· **Hands-on** expertise in **cell and tissue culture** and aseptic techniques· Familiarity with IT systems and Microsoft Office tools· Strong attention to detail, proactive mindset, and excellent communication skills· Work with diverse cell lines in a dynamic research environment· Enjoy a schedule that gives you weekdays off· Be part of a team that’s expanding operational capabilities to 7-day scienceApply now and bring your cell culture skills to a role that fits your lifestyle!Science doesn’t take weekends off—it needs you!#Li-Onsite**Disclaimer:**The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. 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