Chief Animal Technician

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge invites applications for a Chief Animal Technician to join the busy Biomedical Service facility in south Cambridge. You will support the Biosciences Manager and Deputy and provide technical support to researchers and technicians, including IVC-based procedures and daily husbandry.

The role requires Home Office Personal Licence, IAT Level 2, and strong leadership to supervise a team, maintain records, and ensure welfare and compliance.

Qualifications

• IAT Level 2 or equivalent with hands-on lab animal experience.
• Home Office Personal Licence (PIL) Modules A-C up to date.
• Experience supervising staff in a busy animal facility.

Responsibilities

• Support Biosciences Manager with daily operation of barrier and animal care.
• Provide technical support to researchers and technicians using IVC technology.
• Coordinate and supervise technicians, including training and assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Team supervision

Animal care

IVC technology

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Home Office Personal Licence (PIL) Modules A-C

IAT Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

IVC equipment

Computerised records system

Job description

# Chief Animal TechnicianUUniversity of CambridgeCB2 1TNvia University of CambridgePosted 6 Oct 2026Apply on cam.ac.uk →Applications are invited for a motivated and experienced Chief Animal Technician to be part of a hard working team in a busy University Biomedical Service facility situated in south Cambridge.As a member of a hard working team you will support the Biosciences Manager and Deputy Biofacility Manager with the daily operation of the barrier with a particular focus on providing technical support to researchers and technicians within the facility; undertaking regulated and non-regulated procedures as well as daily husbandry and animal welfare tasks. This will include the use of IVC technology, and maintenance of all necessary records.The role holder will also support the Biosciences Manager and Deputy Biofacility Managers in the daily coordination and supervision of technicians including daily supervision and oversight of the team carrying out daily care routines, training and assessment of new and existing staff, and supporting staff reviews.You will have experience working in a designated with laboratory animals and using IVC's and you should have a Home Office Personal Licence (Modules A - C) with up to date experience carrying out procedural work including regulated procedures. You will have good communication skills, able to work both independently and as part of a team, with experience supervising staff. You will have IAT Level 2 or equivalent (as a minimum), and be able to demonstrate in depth experience of relevant legislation, guidelines and animal technician work practices. You must be able to use a computerised data management system.The facility operates a rota system to provide animal care and essential husbandry at weekends and over Bank Holidays.In addition to the base salary stated above, the successful candidate for this post will receive an additional 2.5% supplement to their pay.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment and a security check.Please quote reference AQ51321 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.