About the role:
We are currently looking for a motivated individual to supervise the Transgenic Breeding Team within the Biological Resources Unit. The aim of this post, as a senior member of the team, is to provide day-to-day husbandry and breeding colony management of transgenic mice, supporting personal licences and named persons in accordance with the Animal (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. You will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day work of the team. You will plan and manage workloads, coordinate daily activities, and take a lead in ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner. Emphasis on accurate record keeping and regular contact with NACWO and other named persons.
About you:
You will be the holder of a current or previous Personal Licence (PIL A and B) along with a degree in Biological Sciences (or equivalent relevant experience). You will have a thorough understanding and working knowledge of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. You will have extensive experience in the field of animal technology, including full understanding of transgenic mouse breeding and colony management. NACWO training is desirable.
You will have excellent organisational, time management and communication skills. You will be adaptable, able to make decisions under pressure and possess the leadership qualities to ensure that the required high standard of care is delivered at all times under the Animal Scientific Procedures Act (ASPA) 1986. You should be computer literate and competent in the use of standard office software.
Why choose Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute?
The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute (), an Institute of The University of Manchester (), is a world-leading centre for excellence in cancer research. The Institute is core funded by Cancer Research UK (), the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world. In spring 2023 the Institute moved into the new Paterson Building, a £150 million flagship purpose-built biomedical research centre directly attached to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in South Manchester.
We are partnered with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust (adjacent to the CRUK MI Paterson Building) in South Manchester (), one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe. These factors combine to provide an exceptional environment in which to pursue basic, translational and clinical research programmes.
Our aim is to understand the fundamental basis of cancer and apply that knowledge to developing new treatment strategies for cancer patients. Our advanced research programmes span a spectrum of cancer research, from the molecular and cellular basis of cancer through to drug discovery, translational research and clinical trials.
The Institute has access to outstanding laboratory facilities and exceptional core services, including next generation sequencing, microarrays, confocal microscopy and bioinformatics.
What you will get in return:
1. Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
2. Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
3. Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
4. Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers