Animal Technician​/Mat. Cover

Salary £25,073 to £28,108 per annum pro‑rate (if applicable) depending on skills and experience.

Area Bio‑Support Unit

Location UK (Other)

Closing Date Sunday 24 May 2026

Reference MED
570725

We are expanding our animal care team by recruiting a full‑time Animal Technician to cover maternity leave within the department. The successful candidate will be passionate about animal welfare and research excellence and will join a vibrant multi‑species, multi‑site team at a leading research university.

• Take independent responsibility for the welfare of animals in care.
• Contribute to the training of trainee and research staff.
• Advise the research community on welfare requirements and the 3
  
  Rs (replacement, reduction, refinement).
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with the Animal Support Unit.

• Holder of the Institute for Animal Technology Level 2 Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated vocational and responsible approach to working with animals.

Fixed‑term, 1‑year full‑time post, 36.25 hours per week. Working hours are 36.25 hours per week.

This position does not fulfil the UK Visas & Immigration sponsorship criteria for Skilled Worker, therefore we can only accept applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.