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 S...