Cytology Wetherby - Medical Laboratory Associate

IDEXX; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 10%

Bonus plan

Life Insurance

Income Protection

Eye Care vouchers

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work

Flu vaccinations

Volunteer Time Off

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

IDEXX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Associate (MLA) in Cytology to join a global veterinary diagnostics team. You will perform laboratory testing to aid veterinarians in diagnosing pets, with a fast-paced, hands-on environment and opportunities for growth.

This full-time permanent role offers competitive benefits. As part of IDEXX reference laboratories, you will prepare smears, stain slides, operate microscopes and analyzers, and release results according to SOPs, contributing to accurate

Qualifications

• Experience in performing laboratory analyses and tests vital for diagnosis
• Experience operating laboratory equipment such as microscopes or analyzers
• Ability to set up, run and read lab tests
• Attention to safety and accurate data reporting

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses and tests vital for diagnosing pets
• Use microscopes and diagnostic tools to support veterinarians
• Culture for microbiology, prepare smears, and stain slides
• Set up and run lab tests and release results per SOPs

Skills

Laboratory testing

Microscopy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

BSc in Biology/Biomedical Science/Animal Science/Zoology or equivalent

Tools

Microscopes

Clinical diagnostic analyzers

Job description

As a Medical Laboratory Associate (MLA) in the field of Cytology at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets. The work is fast-paced and hands-on, with real opportunities to grow. This is a full-time permanent role (37.5hrs/week) with competitive benefits.

Why This Role Matters

IDEXX reference laboratories are a global network built on one shared goal: better pet care. When you prepare a smear or stain a slide, you're giving our pathologists what they need to reach a diagnosis. That work moves a sick pet one step closer to the treatment plan they need.

In This Role

• You will be working as a Cytology Laboratory Scientist/MLT, performing laboratory analyses and tests that are vital for the diagnosis of our clients' animals
• You will use automated analysers, microscopes and other laboratory diagnostic tools to perform tests that support veterinarians in diagnosing animal illnesses, injuries and diseases
• You will culture for microbiology, prepare smears of fluids, and stain slides
• You will be responsible for setting up and running lab tests, and for reading and releasing results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)

What You Will Need To Succeed

• BSc in Biology/Biomedical Science/Animal Science/Zoology or equivalent
• Experience working in a laboratory, including setting up, running and reading lab tests
• Experience operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers) would be a plus
• You have a positive attitude and love to bring that energy into the lab every day to support your colleagues
• You concentrate on the details and can work reliably and precisely
• You have a great sense of team spirit and responsibility
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including standing or sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and specific vision requirements (close, color, depth perception)
• This is a laboratory, so there is potential exposure to biohazards, agents known to cause zoonotic diseases, and hazardous chemicals.

Schedule

• This is a full-time (37.5 hr/wk) permanent position, with hours Tuesday – Saturday, 06:00 – 14:30 (hours will differ slightly during the training period; a flexible start time can also be discussed)
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position

What You Can Expect From Us

In addition to competitive salaries, IDEXX offers a generous benefits package:

• 10% salary contribution to your pension
• Inclusion in Bonus plan
• Access to Independent Financial Advisors
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection Insurance
• Eye Care vouchers
• Access to a global Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Yearly flu vaccinations
• Up to 16 hours paid Volunteer Time Off per year
• Access to Private Medical Insurance

Why IDEXX?

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's Pursue What Matters Together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.