May 2012

Published: 05 May 2012

Through our strategic worldwide growth, we have built a global company uniquely designed to meet the needs of our clients in the Agrochemical, Pharmaceutical, Chemical and Veterinary product sectors. We work with them as a CRO partner helping them to bring their range of products to market in a rapidly evolving and demanding environment. Our goal is to continue to develop and expand our global business.

There is a position now available in the Environmental Sciences Department for a Laboratory Assistant.

You will be responsible for the routine maintenance of the glasshouses, outside test plots and ecotoxicology laboratories. 

Duties will include maintaining the associated test systems e.g. fish and crops.  In addition you will be responsible for calibrating the department’s digital thermometers and the routine monitoring of fridges and freezers.  The role will also include some operational participation in selected studies.  Overall the position combines routine tasks with the opportunity to participate in commercial studies.

Applicants should possess Standard, Higher Grade qualifications or equivalent.  Good communication and organisational skills, the ability to pay close attention to detail and a positive and constructive approach to working in a busy laboratory environment are essential. 

In return we offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a real commitment to your training and development needs.

To apply please send a full comprehensive CV to the Human Resources Department, Charles River, Tranent, East Lothian, EH33 2NE, or via their websitePlease quote the relevant reference 09/120371.

 

J Easson

Published: 04 May 2012

Tyne and Esk Writers, Young Writer of the Year Competition has been launched. Let your imagination run wild, entries will be accepted on any topic.

The competition is open to all S1-4 pupils in East and Midlothian schools. East Lothian pupils should give entries to the school librarian.

All entries to be returned to the librarian by Friday 15 June 2012.

Full details of the competition can be found in the school library and from English Department. 

Published: 02 May 2012

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) is currently looking to recruit four Modern Apprentices to work and train within the garden in Edinburgh. 

Starting Salary £5,678 (£109 per week)

Successful applicants will be offered an initial 2 year Modern Apprenticeship in which time they will attend Oatridge College on day release basis to work towards an SVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture.  As part of their 2-year work placement at RBGE, the successful candidates will undertake rotational placements in all areas of the garden including; arboriculture, alpine, glasshouses, herbaceous, lawns and nursery.

Successful candidates will also receive 25 days of annual leave, a protective clothing allowance and will be given the opportunity to participate on selected elements of other RBGE professional courses including visits and study tours.  At the end of the 2 years, the successful applicants may also have the opportunity to extend their apprenticeship and go on to undertake an SVQ Level 3 horticultural qualification. As this is a Modern Apprenticeship scheme, applicants must be aged between 16 and 19 years old.

To get an application pack, please contact 0131 248 2980 and leave your name and home address or alternatively send an e-mail to apprenticeship@rbge.org.uk detailing your name and home address and a pack will be sent out to you.  Completed applications must be returned to the HR Department, 20a Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5LR no later than Friday, 18 May 2012. An assessment day will be carried out mid June.

J Easson

Published: 02 May 2012

A reminder to parents/carers and pupils that Monday 7 May and Tuesday 8 May are holidays; S1-S3 resume on Wednesday 9 May.

 

We wish all S4-S6 pupils good luck as they continue their examinations. 

S5/6 Study Leave commences on Wednesday 9 May.

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