Laboratory Administrator

Job Location	Penicuik
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£23,088 - £24,866 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent, full-time or part-time

Job Description

Title: Laboratory Assistant/AdministratorsType: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week)Salary: £23,088 - £24,866 per annumLocation: EdinburghClosing Date: 25 February 2024Ref: CML/VS/073/23, CML/VS/075/23, CML/VS/017/23SRUC 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 Analytical laboratories, in this role the main duties will include the following:• Unpacking, prioritising and distributing incoming submissions of samples.• Dealing with telephone/email /Teams queries from internal and external customers• Contacting vet practices and/ or farm clients to resolve queries• Manual processing of veterinary samples including labelling• Registering, moving submissions/samples and result entry within LIMS• Using Excel applications to handle data• Administrative support to staff within VAL.• Basic finance duties• Robotic processing of serology samples• Aliquoting samples• Driving to collect samples from local vet practices• Advising clients on testing requirements• Developing and maintaining a good understanding of the processes within VAL.Working hours are: 8:46a.m - 5:10p.m or 11:36a.m - 8.00pm 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 occasional/regular Saturday morning 0830 - 1230 on a rota basis.Applicants should be educated to SCQF Level 5 or above.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)• Cycle to work scheme• Discounted RAC Membership• Enhanced family leave• Flexible working patterns• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)• Tailored investment in and individuals learning and developmentFurther informationPlease read the Job Particulars Document before proceeding with your application.ApplyTo apply for this role, please use the SRUC online application system. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.

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