Responsibilities To demonstrate competency in a broad range of in vivo techniques from basic (e.g. dosing via common routes & reporting clinical signs) to surgical skills (e.g. aseptic technique, suturing, anaesthesia, analgesia, PDX models) and start to develop more advanced techniques (e.g. orthotopic surgical implantation of tumour cells / fragments). Early detection of signs of ill health/loss of condition via clinical observations for prevention of premature death. Understand the current expectations of Home Office legislation [e.g. Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA)] for the care and welfare requirements of species housed within CBUK. To be responsible for appropriate records, including helping the establishment licence holder to keep suitable records of the health of the animals (under the supervision of the Named Veterinary Surgeon), which animals are held, and the source and disposal of animals. Support training on experimental procedures in line with current regulatory and/or legislative requirements and to agreed company standards and productivity. Support the continual review of processes and procedures with the view to implement efficiencies. Support the day to day planning and organisation of the unit; may include delegation of responsibilities and employee reviews. To review and maintain SOP’s, working in association with QMS systems to ensure high quality is maintained. The role is 100% animal lab based