Cambridge, East
Experienced Animal Technician
Temporary
£10 – £15 p/h
We have an exciting, urgent opportunity for an Experienced Animal Technician to join our client on a temporary basis in the Cambridge area.
You will be assisting in the day-to-day husbandry and welfare of rodents, offering scientific support. Some of your main responsibilities include:
- You will hold responsibility for the day-to-day care and welfare of laboratory animals
- To maintain routine husbandry procedures as described in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Daily checking of cages and animals for signs of husbandry, welfare and scientific requirements
- Reporting observations to Manager/NACWO
- To maintain colonies of breeding and experimental transgenic mouse models
- To participate in cage-washing and preparation of cages
Your experience:
- Animal handling experience
- Experience of working in a laboratory or a facility
- Empathy towards animals
- Level 2 qualification in Animal Technology or equivalent
This role will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis so don’t miss out and apply today!
Salary: £10 - £15 p/h
Date Posted: 10/06/2022