Licensed Animal Technician
19 hours ago
Scotland
Licensed Animal Technician We are seeking a motivated and conscientious Licensed Animal Technician to join our clients in vivo research team in Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality preclinical research within a collaborative and scientifically driven environment . The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily care, welfare, and procedural support of laboratory animals while ensuring full compliance with UK legislation, ethical standards, and institutional policie s. Key Responsibilit • iesProvide high standards of husbandry and welfare monitoring for laboratory animals, primarily rode, • ntsPerform regulated procedures under the authority of a valid UK Home Office Personal Lice, • nceSupport in vivo studies through dosing, sample collection, health assessments, and record keep, • ingMonitor animals for signs of discomfort, illness, or adverse effects and report concerns promp, • tlyMaintain accurate study and animal welfare records in accordance with regulatory requireme, • ntsAssist with breeding colony management, genotyping coordination, and animal identification where requi, • redEnsure compliance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA), Home Office regulations, and local S, • OPsWork closely with researchers, veterinarians, NACWOs, and facility management to promote best practice in animal welf, • areContribute to facility maintenance, equipment checks, and continuous improvement initiati ves Essential Requirem • entsValid UK Home Office Personal Lic, • enceExperience working with laboratory rodents in a research environ, • mentPractical experience with common in vivo techniques, including oral gavage, IP, SC, • , IVBlood sampling techni, • quesStrong understanding of animal welfare principles and the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinem, • ent)Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping ski lls. How to ApplyPlease su • bmit:An up-to-da, • te CVA brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, Home Office licence status, and availab ility Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early applications are encou raged.