BRF Animal Technician - Entry Level or Experienced / Career Move
Details of the role:
Full time, permanent role– 36 hours
Part-time opportunities may also be available, please note any preferred working pattern in your application.
Salary: From £25,930 with benefits, subject to skills and experience
About us…
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
The Biological Research Facility is the Crick’s animal facility offering services to researchers who use animals such as mice and fish to answer their research questions.
The Biological Research Facility supports all animal research at the Crick through its comprehensive animal care and use programme, and provides the Crick's laboratory animal resource and technical services. There are approximately 150 animal care staff spread across several self-contained animal units and laboratories.
High quality multidisciplinary experimental outcomes are at the heart of the BRF's philosophy and operations, delivered to the highest of animal welfare standards.
About the role…
This role is ideally suited to those who have an interest in working with animals, a passion for animal welfare, and enjoy practical work.
We are looking for passionate, self-motivated, and enthusiastic team players to take on the role of Animal Technician. This is a vital role within our team and organisation, contributing to improving the quality of life for laboratory animals.
You will be based in an animal facility with primary responsibilities focused on husbandry duties, supporting all animal research at the Crick through our comprehensive animal care and use programme.
As a new technician, you will learn various aspects of animal husbandry and use of our record keeping systems, as well as compliance with legal frameworks. Our technicians also gain an IAT Level 2 qualification, as well as the opportunity to obtain a Home Office Personal Licence.
As an Animal Technician at the Crick, you will:
* Provide excellent care, welfare and husbandry to laboratory animals
* Clean, feed and water animals
* Check environmental conditions, such as temperature, humidity and water quality
* Monitor the condition of animals and make health observations
* Undertake domestic duties such as general cleaning and disinfection of equipment
* Maintain accurate written and computer-based records
* Perform culling and basic organ dissections
* Carry out a range of husbandry tasks to support researchers
About you…
You will bring…
* A minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and/or Science
* Evidence of effectively contributing to a team
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Good observational and attention to detail skills
* Clear and effective written and oral communication skills
* Basic Computer literacy (email composition and data entry)
You will demonstrate:
* A desire to work in the laboratory animal technology field
* Empathy towards the care and use of animals in science
* The ability to meet the demands of a physically demanding role
* A willingness to participate in regular essential animal care overtime
At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances.
What will you receive?
At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:
* Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
* Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
* 24/7 GP consultation services.
* Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
* Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
* Work-Life Balance: Childcare support allowance, annual leave purchase options, discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
* Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a competitive pay structure.
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