Technician Health Schemes
| Posting date: | 23 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,370 to £30,004 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 May 2026 |
| Location: | TD6 0EU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | SRUC |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ0558-62309 |
Summary
About The Team:
SRUC Veterinary Services provides disease surveillance and analytical testing via our Veterinary and Analytical Laboratory and our network of disease surveillance hubs situated throughout Scotland. We provide national veterinary disease surveillance for the Scottish Government and collaborate with APHA to support statutory disease control schemes.
Our Veterinary Services team are experts in animal disease diagnosis, and we process over one million animal and material samples each year. Close links with research and development activities within SRUC and in several other academic and research institutions ensure that our UK, EU and international clients benefit from practical support coupled with expert scientific advice.
Our suite of services supports clients like vets, farmers and pharmaceutical companies by providing diagnostic testing for farm livestock and companion animals, as well as livestock health schemes, livestock health planning, veterinary CPD courses and external quality assessment schemes.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for a proactive and organised Technician to join our team, supporting the delivery of high‑quality laboratory and health scheme services. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, has excellent attention to detail, and thrives on helping others succeed.
Key elements of this role include:
As a technician, you will play a central role in coordinating workflow and supporting colleagues across the team. Your main responsibilities will include:
• Supervising Band 7 team members, ensuring tasks are completed effectively and in line with service standards
• Leading on designated work areas, taking ownership of processes and driving continuous improvement
• Supporting Band 5 staff with prioritising workload and allocating tasks appropriately
You will contribute to wider team activities by:
• Unpacking, prioritising, and distributing incoming sample submissions
• Manual processing and labelling of veterinary samples
• Manage and respond to all incoming internal and external queries in a timely and professional manner
• Contacting veterinary practices and farm clients to resolve queries
• Registering, tracking, and updating submission samples and results using LIMS and/or Health Scheme databases
• Process, organise, manage, and analyse data using Excel
• Provide administrative support to staff within health schemes
• Monitor client accounts for outstanding debt, working closely with Finance to address issues promptly
• Ensure sample integrity through proper aliquoting and labelling
• Developing and maintaining a good understanding of Health Scheme and BVD Scheme rules and advising clients on testing requirements
Further details of the requirements of the role can be found in the Job Particulars document.
Minimum Qualifications:
SCQF Level 9, appropriate degree and a minimum of 2 years relevant experience or appropriate qualification and extensive relevant experience.
For full person specification, download the job particular document.
Eligibility for Sponsorship:
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.
Why work for SRUC?
• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Flexible working patterns
• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development
How to Apply:
Please read the Job Particulars document before applying, and complete the online application form by pressing “apply” or online via our website: www.sruc.ac.uk/jobs
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