Job overview

Medical Technical Officer 2 – Band 4 Fixed term till March 31^st, 2027

Are you interested in working in a clinical laboratory environment and supporting cutting-edge research at the Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Laboratory Research Services (LRS) for a Medical Technical Assistant 2 to support the delivery of research studies across the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Working under the supervision of the LRS team, you will contribute to a wide range of laboratory and administrative activities that support approximately 250 research studies each year.

The role involves processing and handling research specimens, entering and managing laboratory results, supporting study set-up activities, and assisting with invoicing and other administrative processes. You will play an important role in ensuring that laboratory support for research studies is delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

You will be expected to have a good understanding of laboratory sample handling and will be involved in receiving, processing, storing, issuing, and arranging the shipment of research samples. The role may also include maintaining basic laboratory equipment and supporting general laboratory operations.

We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with excellent communication, planning, and administrative skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel. 

Main duties of the job

• Receive, process, store, and distribute research samples.
• Enter and manage laboratory data and completed results.
• Support the set-up and administration of research studies.
• Assist with invoicing and other administrative activities.
• Arrange shipment and tracking of samples sent to external laboratories.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Assist with the maintenance of basic laboratory equipment.
• Support the delivery of high-quality laboratory services for research studies.

This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) funded until 31 March 2027. Occasional weekend working may be required to support study requirements.

Working for our organisation

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.