Aquatic Animal Technician

Barrington James; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington James is seeking an experienced Aquatic Animal Technician to join a specialist research facility in London. You will care for fish, monitor health, maintain aquatic systems and support breeding programmes in a high-standard welfare environment.

The role emphasizes meticulous record-keeping, adherence to SOPs, and collaboration with researchers to enable scientific studies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with fish within a research facility is essential.
• Practical experience in aquatic animal husbandry, including daily care, health monitoring and welfare assessment.
• Understanding of aquatic housing systems and water quality management.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and following established procedures within a laboratory or research environment.
• A strong commitment to animal welfare and maintaining high standards of care.
• Good organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and husbandry for fish housed within a research facility, ensuring their health, welfare and wellbeing.
• Monitor animal health and behaviour, identifying and reporting any concerns promptly.
• Maintain aquatic systems, including water quality monitoring, routine checks and general system maintenance.
• Support breeding programmes and the maintenance of fish stocks where required.
• Maintain accurate records relating to animal husbandry, health monitoring and facility activities.
• Ensure the facility operates in line with relevant animal welfare legislation, standard operating procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Assist researchers with the day-to-day requirements of aquatic animal studies.
• Maintain clean, organised and well-functioning animal housing areas and equipment.

Skills

Fish husbandry

Record keeping

Water quality management

Teamwork

Lab safety

Education

Animal care qualification

Job description

Aquatic Animal Technician

We are looking for an experienced Aquatic Animal Technician to join a specialist research facility in London, supporting the care and welfare of aquatic animals used in scientific research.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on experience working with fish in a research environment, who is passionate about animal welfare and maintaining high standards of husbandry within a laboratory setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and husbandry for fish housed within a research facility, ensuring their health, welfare and wellbeing.




• Monitor animal health and behaviour, identifying and reporting any concerns promptly.




• Maintain aquatic systems, including water quality monitoring, routine checks and general system maintenance.




• Support breeding programmes and the maintenance of fish stocks where required.




• Maintain accurate records relating to animal husbandry, health monitoring and facility activities.




• Ensure the facility operates in line with relevant animal welfare legislation, standard operating procedures and health and safety requirements.




• Assist researchers with the day-to-day requirements of aquatic animal studies.




• Maintain clean, organised and well-functioning animal housing areas and equipment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with fish within a research facility is essential.




• Practical experience in aquatic animal husbandry, including daily care, health monitoring and welfare assessment.




• Understanding of aquatic housing systems and water quality management.




• Experience maintaining accurate records and following established procedures within a laboratory or research environment.




• A strong commitment to animal welfare and maintaining high standards of care.




• Good organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting zebrafish or other aquatic research models.




• Familiarity with breeding programmes, fish stock management and aquatic system maintenance.




• Knowledge of relevant animal research regulations and welfare standards.




• A relevant qualification in animal care, aquatic biology, zoology or a related discipline.

The Opportunity

You will join a research-focused environment where high-quality animal care plays an important role in supporting scientific discovery. This position offers the opportunity to apply your practical aquatic husbandry experience while contributing to the smooth running of a specialist research facility.