Animal Technician

Job description

* Are you passionate about caring for animals? *

* Would you like to work with a variety of animals including rodents, dogs and primates? *

At Labcorp Drug Development in Harrogate, we are looking to recruit an Animal Technician to join our expanding team.

If successful, you may be eligible for a sign on bonus of £3000.

* Job responsibilities include: *

* Recording routine study data both manually and using electronic data capture systems.
* Performing animal husbandry and handling as required, providing animals with food, water, toys, housing, etc.
* Maintainings, cleaning and disinfecting animal areas
* Assisting in the inventory of animal feed, bedding, toys, other cage equipment and supplies.
* Providing training for less experienced members of the team

Labcorp Drug Development has helped pharmaceutical and biotech companies develop one-third of all prescription medicines in the market today. Chances are, you or someone you know has benefitted from a medicine or medical device that Labcorp helped develop.

* What Labcorp Drug Development can offer you: *

* Competitive salaries and benefits package
* Structured training and development programme, which includes gaining accredited Animal Science andTechnology qualifications, as well as structured career progression.

This is a full-time, permanent position. Working hours are Monday to Friday 7.45am until 4.00pm and one out of three weekends.

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Education/Qualifications:
* Educational standard may include an Institute of Animal Technology qualification, a relevant BTEC National/Higher National Diploma or relevant degree.
Experience:
* Relevant animal experience, ideally within a similar setting.
* Good communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
* Good attention to detail.
* Ability to utilise word-processing software, databases, spreadsheet and specialised software.