Senior Animal Laboratory Technician

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Animal Laboratory Technician to join their dynamic UK DRI laboratory team in London. This role involves critical responsibilities such as animal husbandry, managing transgenic mouse lines, and performing genotyping, all while collaborating with research staff across various institutions. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a supportive environment. With a commitment to professional development and a range of benefits, including generous leave and a pension scheme, this role is perfect for those passionate about advancing scientific research while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Benefits

41 days holiday

Defined benefit pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience with transgenic mouse lines and genotyping required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate research by managing animal husbandry and monitoring licenses.
• Collaborate with research staff and train related to mouse work.

Skills

Animal Husbandry

Genotyping

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Project Prioritization

Education

BSc in Biological Sciences

Tools

Home Office Personal Licence

Job description

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Location: London, United Kingdom

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Job Reference: 705e9e258b1e

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Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

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About the role

We are recruiting a Senior Animal Laboratory Technician for the UK DRI laboratory team at the Cruciform Building. You will work with research staff at all levels to facilitate research at the UK DRI. Your responsibilities include animal husbandry, monitoring Home Office licenses, managing transgenic mouse lines, performing genotyping, and training related to mouse work. You will collaborate with colleagues across the Centre, the UK DRI Central Team, the Queen Square Institute of Neurology, and UCL central services. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The role starts from 01 June and is funded for two years. For accessible application processes or inquiries, contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team. Informal inquiries can be addressed to Dr. Soyon Hong. A full job description and person specification are available.

About you

You should have a BSc in biological sciences or a related field, a Home Office personal licence, and experience with transgenic mouse lines and genotyping. Experience in a university research lab, effective project prioritization, and excellent communication and organizational skills are required. The role qualifies for a skilled worker visa or global talent visa, and applications from international applicants are welcomed.

What we offer

Benefits include:

• 41 days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance program: Staff Support Service