Animal Care Technician — Hands-On Research Support

Charles River Laboratories; Tranent; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% pension contribution

Volunteering opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Charles River Laboratories in Tranent is expanding its team of Animal Technicians with both fixed term contract and permanent positions. The role involves animal husbandry, clinical observations, and adherence to regulatory lab practices.

Training is provided, with a strong emphasis on welfare and reliability. The starting pay is £24,557.62 per annum, plus an 8% employer pension contribution and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with animals.
• Minimum of 4 Nat 5 or equivalent qualifications.
• Ability to work on your feet for most of the working day.

Responsibilities

• Husbandry duties and delivering essential care and well‑being services to the animals.
• Positive interaction with animals, including providing treats, fruits and vegetables.
• Participating in animal training programmes.
• Handling animals for procedures.
• Maintaining cleanliness and upkeep of the physical environment and accurate records.
• Documenting animal behaviours and activities.

Education

No degree required

Job description

Charles River Laboratories in Tranent is expanding its team of Animal Technicians with both fixed term contract and permanent positions. The role involves animal husbandry, clinical observations, and adherence to regulatory lab practices.

Training is provided, with a strong emphasis on welfare and reliability. The starting pay is £24,557.62 per annum, plus an 8% employer pension contribution and other benefits.