Are you an experienced Animal Technician, looking for your next opportunity to join, a leading UK Academic Institution? Being part of and at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs.
Our client is looking for an experienced Animal Technician on a permanent basis, to be part of their growing team in Central Glasgow.
Offering excellent opportunities for career progression and development. They are leaders in their field and are committed to producing excellence in all they do.
The purpose of this role is to support and provide high-quality, scientific-technical support and animal care!
Your main duties will include:
- Provide and oversee the husbandry and care of animals
- Ensuring the highest compliance and standards of welfare are met, through the Animals Scientific Procedures Act
- Performing regulated procedures on animals
- Managing and maintaining animal breeding colonies
- Providing training and guidance to junior technical and new academic staff in animal technology and various research techniques and procedures
- Responsible for the day–to–day organisation and management of staff in your area
- Working and adhering to the highest quality of SOPs and ensuring compliance with all other relevant legislation
Experience:
- Good working knowledge of ASPA (Animals Scientific and Procedures Act 1986)
- Current/former holder of a Home Office-approved animal license
- Previous experience working with animals in a laboratory-based environment
- Skilled and experienced in a range of technical procedures
If you are an experienced Animal Technician, looking for your next opportunity, please do not hesitate to apply today!