BSU Manager/ NAWCO

University of Exeter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Exeter seeks a full-time BSU Manager/Named Animal Care and Welfare Officer (NACWO) to lead the Biological Research Facilities. This pivotal role includes managing animal husbandry, ensuring compliance with welfare standards, and supporting research operations while promoting a culture of care. The successful candidate will benefit from mentoring and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

41 days leave per year

Flexible working options

Discounts at leading retailers

Onsite gyms and cycle schemes

Generous parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Knowledge of BSU infrastructure and operational needs.
• Experience in handling and assessing animal care.
• Proactive in developmental opportunities and training.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the BSU facilities.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare standards.
• Collaborate with staff, stakeholders, and suppliers.

Skills

Rodent housing systems

Biosecurity

Facility management

Animal husbandry

Team collaboration

Education

Competent PIL operative certification

Job description

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This new full-time role is available immediately on a permanent basis.

Summary of the role

The University of Exeter wishes to recruit a full-time BSU Manager /Named Animal Care and Welfare Officer (NACWO) to work as a part of the University’s Biological Research Facilities within Technical Services. This post is available on the Streatham Campus immediately on a permanent basis.

A critical member of the BSU team, the post holder will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of one or more of the University’s BSU facilities, within the Biological Research Facilities (BRF) team. They will manage the facility(s), both in terms of maintaining animal husbandry and supporting the operational needs of research projects, as well as the operational needs of a busy facility. The role holder will take responsibility for operational management, training, health and safety, facility maintenance, biosecurity, and security of their facility(s). They will work collaboratively with technical and professional services staff, stakeholders, and suppliers to maintain operations and a culture of care within the facility.

The post holder should have a working knowledge of rodent housing systems, equipment, BSU infrastructure, and biosecurity. They must be a competent PIL operative to support research activities, including conducting competency assessments of PIL Holders and Animal Technicians with the NTCO.

The role holder will also serve as the Named Animal Care and Welfare Officer (NACWO), ensuring compliance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 and maintaining high standards of animal welfare in accordance with Home Office licence conditions and University policies.

We expect the successful candidate to be proactive in their own and their staff’s development. They will be mentored by experienced team members and have opportunities for professional growth through our Staff Learning and Development programs.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities and ranked in the top 200 worldwide (Times Higher Education and QS Rankings 2024). We combine excellent teaching with impactful research, holding a Gold rating in the TEF 2023, with high ratings for Student Experience and Outcomes.

Our research impact has grown significantly, and we are home to influential researchers addressing global issues. Over 99% of our research is of international quality, with 47% classified as 'world-leading' (2021 REF).

We actively engage with industry, business, and community partners to enhance research and education, and improve employability. Explore our Green Futures research and innovative educational approaches. Exeter is a vibrant city designated as a UNESCO Creative City.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We ensure reasonable adjustments for interviews and workplaces and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 countries, we value diversity and strive for an inclusive environment supported by frameworks like Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter, Stonewall Diversity Champion, and Disability Confident.

Our benefits include:

• 41 days leave per year
• Flexible working options
• Discounts at leading retailers
• Onsite gyms and cycle schemes
• Generous parental leave policies, including up to 26 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, and six weeks for paternity leave
• Stunning campuses in Exeter and Cornwall, South West England