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Research Assistant

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University of Leicester, Leicester

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Posted today, 30 May

Level 6 Programme Manager...

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Parker Meggitt, Ansty, Warwickshire

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Posted 4 days ago, 26 May

Clinical Research Fellow

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University of Leicester, Leicester

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Posted 4 days ago, 26 May

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PepsiCo, Inc., Leicester

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Posted 5 days ago, 25 May

Teaching Support Technici...

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University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington, Nottinghamshire

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Posted 1 week ago, 23 May

Sterile Services Team Lea...

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Steris Corporation, Leicester

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Posted 1 week ago, 22 May

Sterile Services Technici...

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Steris Corporation, Leicester

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Posted 1 week ago, 22 May

Clinical Fellow in Endosc...

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester

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Posted 1 week ago, 21 May

Specialist Biomedical Sci...

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University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Walsgrave on Sowe, Coventry

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Posted 1 week ago, 21 May

Research Technician - Joi...

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University of Leicester, Leicester

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Posted 1 week ago, 19 May

Night Shift Decontaminati...

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Ramsay Health Care UK, Great Bowden, Leicestershire

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Posted 1 week ago, 18 May

Ecotoxicologist

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LabCorp, Shardlow, Derbyshire

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Posted 1 week ago, 18 May

Consultant Cellular Patho...

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester

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Posted 1 week ago, 17 May

Warehouse Operative

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Movianto / Walden Group, Lutterworth, Leicestershire

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Posted 1 week ago, 17 May

Trial Manager

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester

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Posted 1 week ago, 17 May

Specialist Biomedical Sci...

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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester

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Posted 2 weeks ago, 16 May

Technical Sales Manager (...

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Pfizer Inc., Rugby

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Posted 2 weeks ago, 14 May

R&D EMEA Life Sciences Ad...

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PepsiCo, Inc., Leicester

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Posted 2 weeks ago, 14 May

Lab Technician / Inspecti...

£15,175.68 a year

SPS Technologies Limited, Belgrave, City of Leicester

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Research Assistant

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University of Leicester, Leicester

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Posted today, 30 May

Job ref: 23668d142f684fd2908911bb5c1225a7

Full Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Research Assistant to join the Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences at the University of Leicester. This full-time, fixed-term position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in Cancer Precision Medicine, focusing on liquid biopsy-based biomarkers and multi-omics approaches in breast cancer. You will be part of a dynamic team at the Leicester Cancer Research Centre, working on projects involving microfluidic-based enrichment of circulating tumour cells (CTCs), genomic analysis of extracellular vesicles (EVs), and cell-free DNA (cfDNA) methylation signatures.
Your role will involve the coordination between clinical and research teams, ensuring smooth sample collection and processing. You will also support hands-on laboratory research, including cell culture, and application of molecular biology techniques such as NGS library preparation, qPCR, and ddPCR. As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, you will have the opportunity to participate in lab meetings, workshops, and conferences, contributing to the dissemination of impactful research findings.

You will hold a BSc or MSc in biological sciences or a related field and bring experience in DNA/RNA extraction, PCR-based techniques, and next-generation sequencing. A strong understanding of regulatory requirements, particularly those related to the Human Tissue Act, is essential. You will be highly organised, capable of managing multiple research tasks, and committed to maintaining high laboratory standards.
You will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to professional development. Experience with liquid biopsy methodologies and clinical study support would be advantageous. At Leicester, we are proud to be a diverse and inclusive community, and we welcome applicants who share our values of inclusivity, inspiration, and impact. Join us and be part of a university that is shaping the future of cancer research

As part of the University's ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people's lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you'll become part of a community of , which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.
As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.
We're committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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