BRF Animal Technician at University of Southampton

Applicants are invited for the post of Animal Technician within the Biomedical Research Facility based at University Hospital Southampton. With a reputation for excellence, the facility provides support for scientists carrying out medical research in areas such as cancer, osteoporosis, neurology, ophthalmology, asthma and nutrition. You will join a technical team and work between two units on the hospital site. Your main role will be undertaking day to day animal husbandry and welfare for a variety of animal species.  The successful applicant would be given the opportunity to study for IAT qualifications.

Applicants must be willing to work out of normal working hours on a rota covering weekends, public and university holidays.

There are two job descriptions attached, one for Level 2A and one for Level 2B.  You will be appointed to these, depending on qualifications and experience.

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As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visas, see gov.uk.

Apply by midnight on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750  or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.