Clinical Laboratory Technician

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Edinburgh's Clinical Pathology Laboratory at Easter Bush is seeking a motivated Clinical Pathology Technician to join a busy, collaborative team. You will perform essential tasks to support diagnostic activities and patient care, including sample preparation, analysis, quality checks and equipment maintenance, with opportunities to contribute to dairy herd health services.

This open-ended, full-time role offers a supportive environment, professional development, and the chance to

Qualifications

• Carry out essential laboratory tasks including sample preparation, analysis and quality checks.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accurate results.
• Support diagnostic processing for the Dairy Herd Health and Productivity Service.

Responsibilities

• Carry out essential laboratory tasks including sample preparation, analysis, quality checks, and maintaining equipment.
• Support diagnostic processing for the Dairy Herd Health and Productivity Service.

Skills

Lab techniques

Sample preparation

Quality checks

Job description

Grade UE05: £30,180 - £34,630 per annum Clinical Laboratory / Easter Bush Pathology / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies Full Time: 35 Hours/week Open Ended Contract

The Opportunity:

The Clinical Pathology Laboratory at Easter Bush provides high-quality diagnostic services that support clinical care, teaching, and research across the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. We are a busy, friendly, and collaborative team working at the heart of the school’s diagnostic activity, processing a wide range of clinical samples and contributing directly to patient care and research excellence.

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join us as a Clinical Pathology Technician. In this role, you will carry out essential laboratory tasks including sample preparation, analysis, quality checks, and maintaining equipment. You will work closely with experienced colleagues and clinicians, ensuring results are delivered accurately and on time. You will also support diagnostic processing for the Dairy Herd Health and Productivity Service, whose samples are handled within the Clinical Pathology Laboratory and contribute to departmental business.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, problem solving and being part of a supportive team. You'll gain experience across a range of diagnostic techniques, with opportunities to develop your skills and contribute to ongoing improvements in how we deliver our service. As the laboratory continues to evolve and enhance its processes, you will play an important role in shaping how we work, ensuring we continue to meet the needs of our clinical and research users, and ultimately contributing to the health and wellbeing of animal companions.

Working at the University of Edinburgh means joining a community that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You’ll have access to a wide range of staff benefits, professional development opportunities, and a workplace where your contribution makes a meaningful difference every day.

If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to build your experience in a diagnostic laboratory environment, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

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 a Stonewall Proud Employer, actively promoting LGBTQ+ equality.

We particularly welcome applications from eligible candidates from under-represented groups, including racially minoritised individuals and all gender identities.

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)

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they candemonstrate an alternative right to workin the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 11 November

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