Tissue Culture Technician: Lab Support & Mycoplasma

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated individual to join their tissue culture facility. Responsibilities include providing technical support for research, equipment maintenance, and ensuring proper waste disposal procedures are followed. Candidates should have relevant vocational qualifications and experience in a laboratory environment. This full-time role offers a salary ranging from £26,093 to £28,778 per annum with flexibility for part-time arrangements.

Qualifications

• Vocational Qualification (SVQ/ONC) plus relevant work experience.
• School education to standard grade or equivalent plus relevant work experience.
• Experience of working within a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical support for tissue culture facility.
• Maintain equipment and ensure efficient media service.
• Perform mycoplasma testing and waste disposal procedures.

Skills

Vocational Qualification (SVQ/ONC)

Experience in laboratory environment

Clear and accurate record maintenance

Competent numeracy skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Customer-oriented experience

Teamwork

Job description

A leading academic institution in Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated individual to join their tissue culture facility. Responsibilities include providing technical support for research, equipment maintenance, and ensuring proper waste disposal procedures are followed. Candidates should have relevant vocational qualifications and experience in a laboratory environment. This full-time role offers a salary ranging from £26,093 to £28,778 per annum with flexibility for part-time arrangements.