Senior Animal Technologist

Job description

The Animal and Plant Health Agency, an international reference laboratory, safeguards animal and plant health for the benefit of people, the environment and economy by identifying, managing and eradicating animal diseases. By joining us, you will be part of an organisation with a wide range of important priorities and long-term future developments. We conduct research into bacterial, viral and prion diseases and vaccines, facilitate international trade, identify and control endemic and exotic diseases, manage disease surveillance programmes and protect endangered wildlife.

We are seeking two experienced, senior animal technologists for two permanent posts in our Pathology and Animal Sciences Department. You will work in a large, versatile and flexible team with animal technicians, vets and scientists. You will manage animal husbandry and welfare of a wide range of species, perform regulated procedures under licence, develop and maintain rigorous biosafety (ACDP/SAPO), and Home Office standards in our high containment and specialised biosecure animal facilities. You will also be a key contact for in-vivo studies, coordinating with animal technicians, scientists and vets to ensure efficient delivery.

You will have the opportunity to be involved in the long-term site development plan, promote animal welfare research and take part in cutting edge research. APHA offers an excellent benefit package, as well as exciting career progressions such as Masters or PhD programmes.

UK residency is required from 3 years for the level of Security. However, residency qualification may be reduced for certain roles and will be considered on a case by case basis. Should you be successful at interview you will be required to complete CTC security checks along with Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. This includes: identity, employment status, nationality and immigration status, criminal records and any other essential pre-employment checks.

Closing date for applications is 21 st January 2022

Interviews are expected to take place at Weybridge; expected about three weeks after closing date.

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