Recruitment

Assistant Scientist

Application Form

Applications are invited for the above position. The successful applicant will work as part of a team in the diagnosis of fish disease. The main techniques involved are tissue preparation, virus isolation and ELISA. Compliance with Good Laboratory Practice and ISO:17025 will be required at all times.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a degree in one of the Biological Sciences or a related discipline to bring his or her skills and knowledge to bear in an enthusiastic manner to help a small company to grow. In return full training will be given in all relevant techniques. The position will be available for approximately 3 months starting at the end of September.

Due to the volume of samples to be tested this work will be performed outwith our normal operations and as such the start time for this position will be 13:00, Monday to Friday (some Saturday working will also be required). Due to fluctuations in demand the hours will vary from 4 - 8 per day. Salary will be in the region of £8 - £10 per hour + bonus structure depending on qualifications and experience.

Application forms for this position can be downloaded from our website or by contacting our office team on 0131 440 2628. Completed application forms and a copy of a current CV should be sent to the Operations Manager, Mr Stuart Marshall, at the above address or by e-mail to stuart.marshall@biobest.co.uk. The closing date for applications is 14Sep07.