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Laboratory Technician - Histology

University of Surrey - FHMS Faculty Admin

Location: Guildford
Salary: £19,140 to £21,353 per annum pro rata (0.7 FTE)
Hours: Part Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 3rd October 2024
Closes: 15th October 2024
Job Ref: 048124

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. 

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.  

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.  

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Histology Technician in the School of Veterinary Medicine, supporting our continually growing research community. (this is a fixed term part tine (25.2 hours/week) contract of up to 12 months)

Working within a team of technical staff, you will be responsible for routinely providing technical support for the Veterinary Pathology Centres laboratories, providing Histopathology Services and Clinical pathology technical support in the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Surrey. You will provide technical support principally to anatomic pathologists, undergraduate Students and researchers.

About you

Previous technical experience in Histopathology is essential. Key to the role, you must have experience in scientific laboratory-based practice to include histological processing, microtome sectioning and staining techniques. Previous experience of Immunohistochemistry, Cryostat and Clinical Pathology is desirable. You will provide advice and solutions for routine day-to-day problems arising in your areas of expertise and make recommendations for improvements in the efficiency of the service.

Working within University guidelines and procedures, you will bring a solid understanding of relevant health and safety requirements of a Histology Facility, instructing and demonstrating safe working practices on the use of specialist equipment.

We are looking for a highly motivated, organised technician to join the school of veterinary medicine, who is eager to learn new skills within the pathology team and who has a good understanding of the importance of quality assurance within diagnostic services. 

In addition to your salary, there are opportunities for future career development and a generous annual leave entitlement. Our benefits package also includes an exclusive discounted membership package to the Surrey Sports Park and an on-site nursery.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter with your application on the University website.

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Ms Katy Walker on Katherine.walker@surrey.ac.uk 

Interviews will be scheduled for week commencing 21st October.

Further details

We can offer a generous remuneration package, which includes relocation assistance where appropriate, an attractive research environment, the latest teaching facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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