At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a leading veterinary pathology lab by preparing specimens and providing administrative support.
- Company: Join Zoetis, a global leader in animal health with a focus on teamwork and quality.
- Benefits: Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression in a supportive environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to train and grow within the laboratory team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal health while gaining valuable lab experience.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Overview
Laboratory Assistant – Bristol, UK.
Full-Time.
Join VPG, part of Zoetis.
This role supports a leading veterinary pathology laboratory, contributing to high-quality diagnostic services in animal health.
Responsibilities
- Receive and prepare incoming specimens for laboratory processing, ensuring samples are correctly labelled and recorded.
- Open and distribute general deliveries to the appropriate departments.
- Contact clients and partner laboratories by telephone and email when required.
- Provide administrative support, including typing dictation for the Grossing Technician.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised laboratory environment.
- Dispose of wet tissue, specimens, and laboratory containers in accordance with laboratory procedures.
- Monitor and replenish laboratory consumables and stock.
- Prepare laboratory cassettes in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Prepare reagents for routine laboratory use and change processor reagents.
- Regularly monitor and action laboratory requests.
- Support quality assurance (QA), continuous improvement initiatives, and procedure development.
- Assist with the training of new Laboratory Assistants under the guidance of the Laboratory Manager or Deputy Laboratory Manager.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the laboratory team.
Qualifications
Essential Skills & Experience
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Professional and confident telephone manner.
- A flexible, self-motivated approach with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic IT skills and confidence using computer systems.
Desirable
- Previous laboratory experience.
- Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.
- Why Join Zoetis
Zoetis is a global animal health company committed to supporting its people with opportunities for learning, development, and career progression.
We value teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement.
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Laboratory Assistant (Bristol) employer: Zoetis Spain SL
Zoetis in Exeter is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic hybrid work environment that fosters a strong quality culture and prioritises client satisfaction. Employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, allowing for personal and professional growth while being part of a collaborative team dedicated to advancing veterinary diagnostics. With a focus on leadership and innovation, Zoetis provides a rewarding workplace where your contributions directly impact the success of the organisation.
