Aquatic Animal Technician

Barrington James Drug Discovery & Preclinical; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington James Drug Discovery & Preclinical in London is seeking an experienced Aquatic Animal Technician to join a specialist research facility, supporting care and welfare of fish used in scientific research.

You will apply hands-on experience with fish in a research setting, uphold high husbandry standards, monitor health, maintain aquatic systems, and assist researchers with study requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with fish in a research facility.
• Aquatic husbandry and water quality monitoring experience.
• Maintaining accurate records and following procedures in a laboratory or research setting.
• Strong commitment to animal welfare and high standards of care.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience supporting zebrafish or other aquatic research models.
• Familiarity with breeding programmes and fish stock management.
• Knowledge of animal research regulations and welfare standards.
• A relevant qualification in animal care, aquatic biology, zoology or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and husbandry for fish in a research facility.
• Monitor animal health and behaviour and report concerns promptly.
• Maintain aquatic systems including water quality monitoring and routine checks.
• Support breeding programmes and fish stock management.
• Maintain accurate records related to animal husbandry and facility activities.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare legislation, SOPs and health and safety.
• Assist researchers with day-to-day aquatic studies.
• Maintain clean, organised animal housing areas and equipment.

Skills

Fish care experience

Aquatic husbandry

Water quality management

Record keeping

Animal welfare

Team player

Zebrafish experience

Breeding programmes

Regulatory knowledge

Animal care qualification

Education

Animal care qualification

Aquatic biology background

Zoology related discipline

Job description

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.
• 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.