Experienced Animal Technician
Are you an Experienced Animal Technician looking for the opportunity to join a friendly team with fast-paced progression, working with a range of different animals?
We have an incredible opportunity for an Animal Technician to join our well-known client, who proudly holds over 40 years of experience and development within the life science industry.
Your main role as an Experienced Animal Technician will include assisting in the daily husbandry and welfare of animals, you will perform daily routine tasks, such as feeding and watering.
Your main duties will include:
- Provision of environmental enrichment
- Ensuring enclosures and cages are cleaned and maintained to the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness
- Provision of adequate fresh food and water
- Carrying out daily tasks which include temperature monitoring, animal checks and general housekeeping within the department
- Ensuring that all animal husbandry and procedural records/data are up to date and accurate
This is a very rewarding career with amazing opportunities for development. First class training will be offered and the opportunity to work towards and gain specific industry-related qualifications.
Skills and Experience:
- You must have between 6-12 months of experience in the field of Animal Technology
- You must be able to recognise clinical signs and accurately record any observations
- You must be competent in handling and restraint techniques for technical procedures
- You should be able to conduct delegated regulated procedures
- Have an understanding of the fundamental principles of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986
- Have an understanding of the use of a Home Office Personal license and Project Licences
- Gain a Home Office Personal license and acquire experience of basic dosing techniques relevant to their area and species of work