About The Team:
SRUC (Scotland's Rural College) is a specialist higher education institution delivering tertiary education, research and consultancy. SRUC's principal purpose is to advance education, science, research, and environmental protection and improvement in rural and land-based industries, both domestically and internationally.
The Opportunity:
The main role of the Laboratory Scientist is to test samples for bacterial and viral causative agents of animal disease, using molecular biology techniques.
Duties to include:
Preparation of samples for testing
Operation of liquid handling robots
Nucleic acid extraction
Conventional and real-time PCR
Gel electrophoresis
Analysis of test results and preparation of reports
General lab duties (reagent preparation, stock control)
Routine maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment
Communication with internal and external clients
Working to ISO17025 Quality Assurance standards
Minimum Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level in a relevant subject (SCQF Level 9).
For full person specification, please read the Job Particulars document.
Eligibility for Sponsorship:
This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you are a migrant worker you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK.
Admin ref: AMT/VS/042/25
Why work for SRUC?
Generous annual leave
Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer)
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted RAC Membership
Generous family leave
Flexible working patterns
Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development
How to Apply:
Please complete an online application form clicking ‘Apply'.
Please read the Job Particulars document before applying.
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SRUC is committed to valuing Diversity, advancing Equality and respecting Human Rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people using the “Disability Confident Employer” symbol. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter.
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