Technician

We are seeking to recruit a Technician to join the Department of Biomedical
Services (BMS). The department provides for the care and welfare of animals in
experimental research and in doing so we support the scientific community
across the University. We are, in effect, an internal business with
researchers as our customers.





This employment is full-time, permanent, 36.5 hours per week. We are
advertising this post as a full-time position however, we would also consider
part time and job share applicants.





Your focus as a Grade 3 technician is the day to day care of the animals,
including but not limited to supplying adequate levels of food and water plus
changing of the animal cages. You will be expected to be able to communicate
effectively and must show good attention to detail. You will work mainly as
part of a team but will also be expected to work independently with
instruction from a senior technician.





We are looking for someone who has experience of working in a laboratory
animal environment and holds an IAT level 2 or an equivalent
qualification/experience.





Good organisational and computing skills and strong attention to detail, with
the ability to organise samples and record results in a clear and organised
fashion. Experience of carrying out basic scientific procedures in a
laboratory environment is desirable.





For more information please click on the document below.





**What We Offer**





We offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits, they include;





• An excellent contributory pension scheme



• 38 days annual leave including public bank holidays.



• A comprehensive range of childcare services



• Family leave schemes



• Cycle loan schemes



• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs



• Discounted bus travel and Season ticket travel loans.





The department is committed in supporting and developing our staff and
opportunities which staff are encouraged to make the most of to enhance their
personal and career development.





**Application Process**





Applications should be made online. You will be required to upload a CV and
supporting statement/covering letter explaining how you meet the job
requirements with details of two referees as part of your online application.





Owing to the nature of this position any offer of employment with the
University will be subject to a satisfactory security screening.





The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 10 January 2025.





Interviews are expected to take place at the end of January 2025.