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We are seeking a Trainee Animal Technician for our client located in Oxford. This full-time, permanent position which offers a starting salary of 22,308 and is available for an immediate start.
As a Trainee Animal Technician, you are responsible for the health and welfare of the animals in the laboratory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Record keeping and assisting with regulated procedures as and when require
- Ensure animal welfare is up to date and any concerns reported to the NACWO
- To follow the clients Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Basic husbandry tasks of the animals including feeding and watering of the animals, health checks, cage cleaning and washing and taking care of animal nutrition
- Cleaning of equipment and facilities which will include the use of power washes
- Preparing equipment for the next use
Job Requirements:
- Experience working and caring for animals
- Husbandry experience with rodents (preferred)
- Previous experience with handling mice and rats would be beneficial
- At least 6 months experience working in a research facility would be beneficial
- Animal care management certificate or similar (preferred)
If you would like to progress your career working with animals, then do not wait and apply now!
