Animal Technician - Weybridge, United Kingdom - Veterinary Medicines Directorate
Description
We offer the opportunity for an enthusiastic entry level animal technician to develop their knowledge of working with a wide range of species and of research into welfare of farm animals, poultry and small animal species used to study animal and zoonotic diseases.
You will be involved in shaping the future of Animal Sciences whilst developing your career as Animal Technician.About the role
This role is to join the Animal Sciences team of 50 multidisciplined technicians, vets, and administrative staff.
Daily responsibilities primarily consist of the daily husbandry, care and welfare of a wide range of species ensuring the highest welfare standards, and conducting regulated procedures under license for which full training & accreditation is provided.
Staff will also routinely use both laboratory and agricultural machinery as part of their role, and may be involved in the collection and delivery of livestock.
The post will require a diverse range of tasks involved, and there are always opportunities for development for keen and proactive individuals.
About you
Together with experience of contact with livestock or companion animals, you will need to be a good communicator with good written and spoken English.
We offer:
- Excellent mentoring and CPD opportunities, including degree opportunities up to PhD level
- Longterm job security, a great worklife balance with 37 hours per week and Civil Service benefit package
- Employee Assistance Programme, access to Civil Service Benevolent Fund
- Civil Service Pension
- 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), rising to 30 days with length of service
Closing date:
Sunday 18 June at 23:55 BST.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£25,344.00 per year
Work Location:
In person
Reference ID: 284632
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