Histology - Medical Laboratory Technician - Early Shift

As a Medical Laboratory Technician at IDEXX, you will be a key contributor at one of the largest veterinary diagnostic companies in the world. You will perform laboratory testing that helps veterinarians diagnose and treat pets across the UK. You will join a fast-paced work environment that encourages teamwork, quality, and offers opportunities for personal growth. This is a full-time permanent role (37.5 hrs/week) with competitive benefits.

Histology:

IDEXX Histology departments process tissue samples from animals for diagnostic evaluation by our team of Veterinary Pathologists. IDEXX Histology Technicians and Technologists practice embedding, microtomy, staining, and special staining techniques in their roles.

In this Role:

• Depending on your experience, you will process tissue samples for our Pathologists.
• You will be involved in grossing, embedding, microtomy, staining, and special staining techniques.
• You will be responsible for setting up and running lab tests according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• You will perform and monitor inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents used.
• You will work closely with colleagues to exchange information and ensure efficient processes.

What You Will Need to Succeed:

• You will have a BSc in Biology, Biomedical Science, Animal Science, Zoology, or equivalent.
• You are a go-getter, a hard worker, and passionate about science, innovation, and working on behalf of global pet health.
• Experience working in a laboratory, setting up, running, and reading lab tests, is preferred.
• Operating laboratory equipment (microscopes and/or clinical diagnostic analyzers) would be a plus.

Schedule:

• This position is to be filled for the late early shift. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 6 am - 2:30 pm.
• Reliable and dependable attendance is essential.

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Why IDEXX?

We're proud of our work because it matters. As an innovation leader, we help pet owners worldwide keep their animals healthy, ensure safe drinking water, and protect livestock from disease. With customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000, we offer a positive, respectful work culture that encourages learning and discovery. We provide competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits, along with meaningful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values diversity and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, or any other protected category.