Position titleLaboratory TechnicianDescriptionThe successful applicant will work as part of a team in the diagnosis of animal diseases and laboratory research projects. The job will primarily involve support duties for the laboratory team.It should be noted that early starts (07:00) may be required.ResponsibilitiesDuties will include booking in and preparing samples, basic equipment maintenance and calibration, stock checks, preparation of reagents, sending out sampling kits and other general support duties. Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice and ISO:17025 will be required at all times. In time the successful candidate will be expected to work within our Containment Level 4 (CL4) facility.QualificationsYou will have:* National 5 (or equivalent) qualification in Mathematics, English and one science subject.* Written work must be neat and legible.* Excellent time management skills* Experience of working within a laboratory environment would be advantageous although not essential as full training will be given.* A full, clean driver’s licence is essential.Job BenefitsStaff benefits for this position include:* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) rising to 35 after 5 years’ service* Life insurance* Basic healthcare plan (payments towards optician, dentist and more)* Discounted private medical insurance* ‘Perks’ scheme with discounts at many online and high street retailers* Employee support program* Discount at our group veterinary practices* Flexi-time system* Generous maternity / paternity pay* Buy and Sell holidays* Cycle to work scheme* CPD allowanceJob Location6 Charles Darwin House, The Edinburgh Technopole, Penicuik, Midlothian, EH26 0PY
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