Laboratory Technician
Join WellFish Tech as a Laboratory Technician to support fish health research, perform clinical chemistry testing, maintain equipment, and uphold quality in a fast-growing team.
Job summary:
The role will involve carrying out technical laboratory-based operations to support both fish health monitoring and research into the expression of clinical chemistry and immunological biomarkers in fish serum.
Key tasks:
Prepare and send sampling equipment to customer.
Monitor reagent and consumables stock levels and place orders as required.
Take receipt and registration of samples.
Perform maintenance tasks on clinical chemistry analysers and other laboratory equipment.
Perform Calibrations and Quality controls.
Perform clinical chemistry testing of fish samples.
Develop and follow standard operating procedures.
Take part in routine laboratory cleaning and maintenance, including disposal of waste by established methods.
Always adhere to good laboratory practice.
Accurate completion of batch records and controlled document handling.
Take ownership of personal training records.
Assist with R&D projects
Essential qualifications, skills and experience:
Bachelor’s degree in science (biology, molecular biology or equivalent)
Knowledge of the basic principles, methods, materials, techniques, and definitions commonly used in chemical and biological laboratories.
Relevant laboratory experience with clinical analysers.
Experience working with and adhering to QMS processes.
Solution-oriented, accurate and efficient.
Good collaboration skills and capable of organising and prioritising own workload.
Strong IT and Excel skills.
Flexible attitude to work.
Desired qualifications, skills and experience:
Understanding of fish health
Experience with Roche Cobas instruments.
Experience performing ELISA plate assays.
Experience with LIMS systems.
Ability to work shifts.
Why join us?
The successful candidate will benefit from:
Working as part of a fast-growing, international company making a real impact in aquaculture.
Join a talented team in a supportive and innovative environment.
Enjoy a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.
Company pension package
Fruit delivery to the office each week
Membership of an employee assistance programme; Health Assured
Reduced UWS gym membership
Free onsite parking
- Department
- UK / Ireland
- Role
- Lab Technician
- Locations
- HQ Paisley - UK
About Wellfish Tech
WellFish Tech is an international company providing rapid, blood-based diagnostic testing for aquaculture. We deliver clear, evidence-based insights into fish health and welfare, helping producers adopt proactive, data-driven management strategies. Our work combines advanced biochemistry with tailored reporting to support sustainable and efficient aquaculture.