Translational Research Technician

The Leicester Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre (ECMC) is part of a UK-wide network dedicated to advancing early-phase and translational cancer research. Working across the University of Leicester and University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, the ECMC provides the infrastructure and expertise to deliver first-in-human trials and biomarker-driven studies. As a Translational Research Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting tissue collection activities for a range of clinical research studies and early-phase trials. This includes obtaining consent to research studies from patients and volunteers, collecting samples from operating theatres and clinics across Leicester hospital sites and processing of samples in accordance with Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) standards and Standard operating procedures.

You will also contribute to maintaining laboratory facilities, monitoring equipment, and supporting training for staff and students in tissue handling and storage.

 This position requires close collaboration with clinical teams and research colleagues to ensure timely collection of clinical specimens in compliance with regulatory requirements. You will be part of a dynamic environment where flexibility is key, as sample collections may occasionally be delayed or rescheduled.

Your work will directly support the ECMC’s mission to accelerate the development of new cancer treatments and diagnostics, making a real difference to patient care.