About the Job
This exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Post-Mortem Technician to join our team at the Defra Group. As a key member of our high-disease-containment post-mortem team, you will play a critical role in supporting the examination and sampling of large animals and poultry.
Responsibilities and Requirements
In this role, you will:
* Support the examination and sampling of large animals and poultry through humane euthanasia and tissue sampling
* Assist in the location and sampling of tissues as required by experimental protocols
* Ensure the safe transfer and submission of samples from the post-mortem room to laboratory facilities
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a highly motivated individual with:
* Experience working in a scientific environment and dissection/anatomy skills
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities
* A BTEC HNC/BSc degree or equivalent technical qualifications in biological/biomedical/bioveterinary science
Benefits and Career Development
* Excellent mentoring and CPD opportunities
* Long-term job security and a great work-life balance
* Civil Service benefit package and Employee Assistance Program
* Civil Service Pension scheme
* 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), rising to 30 days with length of service
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