Experienced Animal Technician

We're working in partnership with a leading research institute to recruit a motivated, dedicated, and detail-oriented Animal Technician to join their Biological Support Unit (BSU) in Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected organisation known for its commitment to animal welfare, scientific excellence, and professional development.

• Provide daily care and husbandry to laboratory animals, maintaining high welfare and ethical standards.
• Carry out regulated procedures under Home Office licensing, with meticulous record keeping.
• Support research teams by planning and delivering animal work to meet scientific goals.
• Train staff and users, perform audits, and ensure compliance with SOPs and Home Office requirements.
• Work flexibly across different areas to support operational needs, including weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.

• Holder of a current Home Office Personal Licence.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within defined SOPs.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver work independently.
• Willingness to work on a weekend rota.
• Experience forb laboratory animal care or research facility work.
• Familiarity with databases or spreadsheets for data recording.
• IAT qualifications (or working towards them).
• Keen interest in contributing to continuous improvement within the BSU.

This is an exciting opportunity to build your career in a world‑class research facility where animal welfare, teamwork, and scientific excellence are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be supported in professional development, with opportunities to gain further qualifications and take on additional responsibilities.