Laboratory Scientist - Histopathology

SRUC Veterinary Services supports animal health and welfare through disease surveillance funded by the Scottish Government. We provide a post mortem service for livestock keepers in Scotland. We monitor changing disease trends and provide updates and knowledge exchange for farmers and vets in practice. Our hubs and post mortem facilities provide veterinary and scientific support and expertise from seven centres in Scotland alongside the Veterinary and Analytical Laboratory at Pentlands Science Park.

We service a range of clients including, small and large animal vet practices, pharmaceutical companies, the agricultural industry and livestock keepers. The laboratory tests over one million animal and material samples each year from the UK and international clients.

The livestock Health Schemes for sheep, goats and cattle are serviced from our hub in St Boswell's attracting over 8000 UK members. Other services include; SAHPS
- Scottish Government funded livestock health planning tool; vet CPD training and CQAS - external quality assessment scheme for vet practices with in-house analysers.

We work with colleagues in SRUC, APHA and Moredun to support research and knowledge exchange.

The main role of the post holder is the preparation of histological samples: embedding, section cutting and staining of H&E sections. Staining of special stains including immunohistochemistry. The post holder will also carry out routine maintenance of histology equipment as well as data entry into LIMS/Labware.

• Preparing pathological specimens for processing to wax.
• Histopathology section preparation and staining.
• Routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Entering data into LIMS/Labware
• Providing assistance to scientific staff as required.
• Disposal of laboratory waste and cleaning Laboratory.
• Maintain archived tissue, blocks and slides.

• Part-Time, 14 hours per week.
• Nominally:  Thursday and Friday each week, with a 1 hr unpaid lunch break.

The post holder must always be able to multi-task and use their initiative in the conduct of their work. They must be able to apply sound judgement to ensure that they conduct themselves within the framework of SRUC regulations and procedures.

Relevant Scientific qualification at SCQF level 9 (e.g. Degree) or equivalent, or extensive experience within a Histopathology Laboratory.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you are a migrant worker you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK.

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development

SRUC is committed to valuing Diversity, advancing Equality and respecting Human Rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people using the “Disability Confident Employer” symbol. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter.

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Company: SRUC Salary: £26,766 to £30,455 a year

Hours:

Part-time

Location:

EH26 0PZ
Working pattern:
On-site Job type:
Permanent Posting date: 4 Nov 2026 Closing date: 4 Dec 2026