Technical Officer; weekends

• Technical Officer (weekends only - 12 hours)

The role

We are seeking applications for a Technical Officer to provide weekend cover within the Aquaculture division of Moredun Scientific (a commercial subsidiary of the Moredun Foundation, a registered charity). You will join a team of people involved in the conduct of Aquaculture studies testing vaccines, therapeutics and other fish health products for use in farmed fish.

The post will be based at an aquaculture research facility in East Lothian.

You will be responsible for fish husbandry and supporting the operation of the aquarium. The post will be providing cover at the weekends. This is a fixed term appointment for 12 months.

Moredun Scientific is a contract research organisation specialising in animal health and aquaculture product development and biosafety testing of biopharmaceuticals. For more information about Moredun Scientific, visit

Experience required

To be considered for this role, it is essential that you have;

A biological degree or recognised Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Biological Sciences or a related discipline.

Good interpersonal and communications skills and effective organizational abilities.

In addition, ideally you will have:

A good understanding of research quality management systems (eg VICH-GCP, GLP)

Experience of working with fish or other aquatic animals in a research environment.

Experience of working in a laboratory environment

In addition to access to training and development opportunities, you will access to:

Competitive pension scheme - employee contribution minimum 3%. Moredun will contribute up to a maximum of 15%.

Group Life Assurance Scheme and an Income Protection Scheme

6 weeks annual leave plus 7 days public holidays and a privilege day

Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits platform offering discounts at various retailers