Trainee Laboratory Technician – Animal Care & Research

HIRANI; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Queens University Belfast's Biological Services Unit is recruiting a Trainee Technician for a 12‑month fixed‑term programme, with the aim of progressing to a permanent Grade 3 Technician role on successful completion. Salary starts at £28,087‑£28,417 during training and rises to £29,118‑£30,630 after completion.

You will work alongside experienced technicians to provide high standards of animal care and husbandry, support SPF colony maintenance, operate specialist equipment, keep accurate

Qualifications

• A minimum of five GCSEs (Grade C/Level 4 or above), including English Language and Mathematics.
• Some practical work experience (up to one year) in animal care, laboratory, technical, healthcare, agricultural or similar environment.
• A genuine interest in laboratory animal technology, scientific research and maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare.
• Willingness to undertake a structured training programme and obtain PILA + PILB within the first 12 months.
• A Basic AccessNI check will be required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of animal care and husbandry.
• Support the maintenance of SPF animal colonies.
• Operate specialist equipment and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with ASPA, Health and Safety legislation and SOPs.
• Support teaching and research activities and day‑to‑day facility operations.

Skills

Animal care interest

Record keeping

Compliance awareness

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

Queens University Belfast's Biological Services Unit is recruiting a Trainee Technician for a 12‑month fixed‑term programme, with the aim of progressing to a permanent Grade 3 Technician role on successful completion. Salary starts at £28,087‑£28,417 during training and rises to £29,118‑£30,630 after completion.

You will work alongside experienced technicians to provide high standards of animal care and husbandry, support SPF colony maintenance, operate specialist equipment, keep accurate