Senior Animal Technician

Are you passionate about animal welfare and scientific research? Are you dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of care for animals involved in research activities?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Animal Technician to oversee the day-to-day operations of our state-of-the-art Biological Research Facility (BRF) and actively contribute to the promotion of animal welfare and the Culture of Care within our facility.

You will be part of a well-established research facility that plays a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge and improving lives. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, where your passion for animal welfare and research will be valued and appreciated. In addition, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the improvement of animal care practices and the ethical treatment of animals within a leading research institution.

The role

As a Senior Animal Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the well-being and care of the animals under our supervision. Adhering to Home Office guidelines and the Animal Scientific Procedures Act 1986. Your responsibilities will include:

• Animal Care: Providing excellent care, handling, and husbandry for a variety of laboratory animals, including but not limited to rodents, rabbits Ensuring their health, cleanliness, and welfare is maintained at all times.
• Health Monitoring: Conducting regular health assessments, observing animals for any signs of distress or illness.
• Experimental Support: Collaborating with researchers to assist in animal-related experimental procedures, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Record Keeping: Accurately documenting all aspects of animal care, procedures, and observations in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Facility Maintenance: Maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of animal housing areas, workspaces, and equipment to uphold high standards of hygiene and safety.

Prior technical experience and line management is essential for this role.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a genuine interest in animal welfare and research and a practical approach to work. You’ll be a, flexible, methodical, organised, technically minded and experienced with working in a laboratory environment. Weekend, Bank Holidays and university closure days to be worked as part of a rota basis.

You will work well in a team and be able to work autonomously and as part of a wider team. You’ll offer guidance and professional judgement to the academic and technical communities.

What we can offer

In addition to salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays, a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

How to apply

If you are enthusiastic, keen to join the University, and are motivated to do things differently and open up a world of new possibilities, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply on the University website with your CV and a cover letter. You will also be asked to address some brief questions to help us determine your suitability for the role.

Interviews will be held on site 26 November.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Laura Smith, l.m.smith@surrey.ac.uk

Please note that appointment is subject to an enhanced Security and DBS check.