The University of Edinburgh
Clinical Laboratory Technician
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Job Description
- Req#: 12579
- HNC (or equivalent degree) in biological sciences - or - relevant experience working in a diagnostic laboratory – or - RCVS nurse registration (RVN) is essential.
- Experience in diagnostic haematology and/or clinical chemistry is essential; experience in faecal analysis, urinalysis, cytology, coagulation testing and cross matching is desirable.
- Working knowledge of equipment and procedures and experience in working to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/ Methods and Guides is essential.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.
- Good computer literacy.
- Staff benefits which include:
- Holiday entitlement 36 days + 4 days public holiday (pro rata)
- Family-friendly initiatives
- Staff discount for pet treatment
- Amazing onsite perks:
- Staff discount for on-site gym and exercises classes https://www.ed.ac.uk/sport-exercise/gym-memberships
- Free car parking with electric car charging points https://www.ed.ac.uk/transport/driving/ev-charging
- Two on site canteens.
- Cycle to work scheme, on-site bike lockers and showers available. https://www.ed.ac.uk/transport/cycling/getting-a-bike/cycle-to-work
- For more information check staff benefits page (opens in a new tab).
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
Grade UE05: £29,179 to £33,482 per annum pro-rata if part-time
CMVM / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Medicine / Veterinary Clinical Laboratory
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Open-ended (permanent)
The Opportunity:
The Veterinary Clinical Laboratory of Easter Bush Pathology, part of the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Medicine, is looking for a highly motivated and versatile clinical laboratory technician to join its team of 5 laboratory technical staff and 8 veterinary clinical pathologists.
The appointee will be responsible for carrying out diagnostic work within the Veterinary Clinical Laboratory, which consists in haematology (including coagulation and cross-matching), clinical biochemistry, cytology (preparation of slides and fluids for pathologist review), faecal analysis, and urinalysis. Other duties will include routine maintenance of equipment and various analysers, reagent preparation, and carrying out QC procedures to current Health & Safety standards. The laboratory serves all hospitals of the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies (Small animals, Large animals, and Equine hospital), as well as receiving samples from external practices and research groups. The successful candidate will join a team consisting of a laboratory manager, 4 laboratory technicians and 7 veterinary clinical pathologists in a state-of-the-art facility ideally located on many bus routes and good commuter links at the foot of the picturesque Pentland hills, and will benefit from the University of Edinburgh staff benefits page (opens in a new tab).
This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.
The salary for this post is £29,179 to £33,482 per annum, pro-rata if part-time.
Your skills and attributes for success:
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Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter with personal statement
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab).
On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 19 June 2025.
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The University of Edinburgh is a public research university in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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