Transgenic Mouse Technician — Contract Research Lab

Barrington James; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Barrington James is recruiting an experienced Contract Animal Technician in London to join a leading research organisation on a temporary basis. The role focuses on mouse husbandry, transgenic breeding, and day‑to‑day facility operations within a busy laboratory environment.

You will perform routine welfare checks, cage changes, health observations, ear notching, and colony management with strong compliance and record‑keeping.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' industry experience in animal facilities.
• Strong mouse husbandry and transgenic breeding experience.
• Experience with animal management/databases.
• PIL A/B or equivalent Home Office licence experience.
• Experience carrying out Schedule 1 procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day mouse and rat husbandry, ensuring high welfare standards.
• Support and maintain transgenic mouse breeding colonies, including schedules and colony management.
• Perform routine health checks, cage changes and animal observations.
• Maintain accurate animal records and update management databases.
• Follow SOPs, legislation and institutional procedures.

Job description

Barrington James is recruiting an experienced Contract Animal Technician in London to join a leading research organisation on a temporary basis. The role focuses on mouse husbandry, transgenic breeding, and day‑to‑day facility operations within a busy laboratory environment.

You will perform routine welfare checks, cage changes, health observations, ear notching, and colony management with strong compliance and record‑keeping.