Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Salary range: £29,238 – £30,481 per annum

Duration: Permanent

Working hours: 35 hours per week

Location: Thurso

Closing Date: 12pm, Friday 7th August 2026

Position: We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to be based at our Thurso campus.

Responsibilities

The post holders will provide high quality laboratory technical support for Research & Knowledge Exchange and its commercial, research and teaching activities. You will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments and associated IT, preparation of sample materials, compounds and solutions, maintaining accurate records and undertake field work when required.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

The suitable candidates will hold a minimum qualification equivalent to HNC level plus approximately 5 year’s relevant work experience. You should have an understanding of health and safety regulations and procedures and working knowledge of relevant systems, equipment, processes and procedures. It is essential you have good oral and written communication skills, ability to plan and organise workload/tasks and can work as part of a team.

45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)

Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)

10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland

Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions

Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes

Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme

Interviews will be held From 10th August 2026 onwards.