Histology - Medical Laboratory Technician - Early shift

IDEXX Livestock Diagnostics; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary diagnostics company in the UK is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to play a key role in laboratory testing for pet health. Candidates should have a BSc in a relevant field and ideally some laboratory experience. This full-time position offers a collaborative work environment with competitive benefits and is crucial for ensuring efficient diagnostic processes.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• BSc in a relevant field is required.
• Experience working in a laboratory is ideal.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process tissue samples for Pathologists.
• Set up and run laboratory tests.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and reagents.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Biology/Biomedical Science knowledge

Passion for science

Education

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

Tools

Microscopes

Clinical diagnostic analyzers

Job description

Overview

As a Medical Laboratory Technician 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 across the UK. This is a full-time permanent role (37.5hrs/week) with competitive benefits.

Histology

IDEXX Histology departments process tissue samples from animals, for diagnostic evaluation by our team of Veterinary Pathologists. IDEXX Histology Technicians and Technologists practice embedding, microtomy, staining and special staining techniques in their roles.

In This Role

• Depending on your experience you will be processing tissue samples for our Pathologists
• You will also be involved in grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining and special staining techniques
• You will be responsible for setting up and running lab tests, results according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
• You will perform and monitor inventory of supplies, equipment and reagents used
• You will be working closely together and communicating with colleagues to exchange information and ensure efficient processes

What You Will Need To Succeed

• You will have a BSc in Biology/Biomedical Science/Animal Science/Zoology or equivalent
• You are a go-getter, a hard worker, and someone with a passion for science, innovation, and the opportunity to work on behalf of global pet health
• Ideally, you will have experience working in a laboratory. Experience setting up, running, and reading lab test
• Operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers) would be a plus

Schedule

• This position is to be filled for the late early. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 6am - 2.30pm
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position

About

Want to learn more about what it is like to work in Histology at IDEXX? Check out what our employees have to say:

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• https://vimeo.com/663393248

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

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.