Senior Scientist

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom SRUC Scotland's Rural College Full time

**Title**:Senior Scientist (Molecular Biology)

**Type**:Permanent, Full-Time

**Salary**:£28,889 - £29,807 per annum (under review)

**Location**: Pentland Science Park

**REF**:AJN/VS/061/23

**Closing Date**: 6th March 2023

SRUC is unique in Scotland and one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe. Our ambitious and exciting vision is to work at local, national and international levels, leading innovation and sustainable development in agriculture and rural sectors.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a team of 11 scientists in the Molecular Biology laboratory at SRUC Veterinary Services. Providing a high-quality diagnostic testing service, the lab processes large numbers of samples using new and establishedmolecular test methods and utilises the latest instrumentation for automation of some procedures. It is a fast paced, dynamic working environment and teamwork is critical for the successful delivery of the service. Senior scientists working in this sectionare expected to demonstrate exemplary leadership and to have good working knowledge and understanding of molecular test processes and instrumentation. Also essential is a meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management/organisational skills.

The post holder will have line management responsibility for three laboratory scientists within the Molecular team. They will also share responsibility for the general day-to-day running of the lab and for the management of laboratory instrumentation suchas automated liquid handling robots, nucleic acid extraction systems and PCR instruments. Other duties include the routine analysis of samples for the detection of bacterial and viral causative agents of animal disease, using molecular biology techniques.

Duties to include:

- Line management, supervision and training of scientific staff
- Organisation of molecular biology lab IQA/ring trials
- Instrument management and calibration
- Troubleshooting problematic assays
- Allocating daily work schedules
- Deputising for the Laboratory Supervisor
- 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

**Closing date: 6th March 2023**

**Benefits / What you will get in return**
- Enhanced holidays
- Enhanced pension contributions (5% employee and 10% employer opposed to 5% employee and 3% employer)
- Cycle to work scheme
- RAC Membership
- Enhanced family leave
- Flexible working patterns
- Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
- Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development

**SRUC Leading the way in Agricultural and Rural Research, Education & Consultancy.**

SRUC. A Charitable company limited by guarantee, SC003712. Registered in Scotland No SC103046

**Further information**

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