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About the role
We are currently looking for an experienced Scientific Officer to work within the Transgenic Team of the Biological Resources Unit (BRU). The aim of this post is to maintain day-to-day husbandry and welfare and breeding colony management of transgenic mice, , to support Project Licence holders and other licensees, in accordance with the Animal (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
About you
You should have a HNC in Animal Technology or equivalent along with experience of transgenic mouse breeding and colony management. You should be the holder of a current or previous holder of a Personal License under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.. You will have a proven ability to prioritise and carry out routine tasks and procedures under minimum supervision. You will have excellent organisational, time management and communication skills and a thorough understanding of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. Motivation is essential, as is accuracy and attention to detail. You should be computer literate and competent in the use of standard office software. The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team and must be able to work at weekends and on Bank Holidays as part of the out-of-hours rota.
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To apply for this position please complete the online application via ‘Apply Now’. Please ensure you detail the names of two referees and ensure you submit your application before the closing date specified.
Interviews for this position will take place on 11th February
Please note this vacancy will close for applications at 18:00 hours on the closing date specified.
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