Laboratory Assistant Administrator

3 weeks ago


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

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.

Based in SRUC’s Veterinary Services Veterinary and Analytical Laboratories (VAL), in this role the main duties will include the following;
Receipt of incoming samples
Dealing with internal and external customer queries
Registering samples and result entry into our database
Processing of samples including robotic processing
Administrative support
Driving to collect samples from local vet practices

Working hours are: 8:46am - 5:10pm Monday to Friday or 10:06am - 6:30pm Monday to Friday (on a rotational basis) with a lunch break of 1 hour each day.

In addition, all laboratory staff are expected to work some Saturday mornings 0830 - 1230 on a rotational basis.

Applicants should hold a minimum of 4 Standard Grades (or equivalent). Current full drivers licence is essential as some driving duties are a core part of this role.

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

Closing date: 31 January 2023

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

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



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