About the Company
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well‑being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Job Summary
We are looking to expand our team of Animal Technicians at our world‑class facility in Tranent. We are a progressive and close‑knit team, working hard to ensure the safety of new medicines which target life‑threatening and debilitating diseases, and we are especially proud of our contribution in developing the Covid‑19 vaccines. Candidates must have a passion for working with animals and share our commitment to their welfare. In this role you will perform routine and moderately complex animal husbandry and clinical observations in a regulatory compliant laboratory setting. You should have a minimum of 4 Nat 5 or equivalent qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Husbandry duties / delivering essential care and well‑being services to the animals
- Positive interaction with animals, including providing treats, fruits and vegetables
- Participating in animal training programmes
- Handling animals for procedures
- Performing physical environment cleanliness and upkeep and maintaining accurate records
- Documenting animal behaviours and activities
This is a physically demanding role so you need to be active and on your feet for most of the working day.
Qualifications
Minimum of 4 Nat 5 or equivalent qualifications. Positive attitude with a good work ethic and reliable attendance record are essential.
Benefits
Starting pay of £24,050.50 per annum, an 8 % employer contribution pension scheme, volunteering and bonus opportunities, and full on‑site training, a structured career path and a generous benefits package.
Commitment to Diversity
At Charles River Laboratories, we recognize and recruit all talent. We are a company committed to the principle of diversity and inclusion and work daily in this direction.
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