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Principal Animal Technician/NACWO

4 months ago

Portishead, United Kingdom Agenda Life Sciences Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Animal Technician/NACWO to ensure the smooth running of a large animal facility in a leading research establishment. You will play a vital part in supervising a team of technicians, managing the daily organisation of staff and research activities, as well as maintaining a high standard of animal care and ensuring that staff are well-trained in all necessary procedures.
Additionally, you will also be responsible for stepping in and taking charge in the absence of the manager, ensuring that everything continues to operate smoothly. You will act as NACWO for the facility and be the first point of contact for animal technicians, service staff, and research users.
Basic Requirements:
* IAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience
* Home Office Personal Licence holder A-C previously 1-4
* NACWO qualification is desirable, but training will be provided on appointment
* We need to see a track record of hands on experience in a technical role, specifically with rodents and experience of carrying out an admin role
* Previous experience working with livestock and other farm animals (sheep, pigs, chickens) -desirable
* Supervisory experience, including experience training and motivating staff
* Familiarity with Health and Safety, COSHH risk assessment, and animal allergy policies.
* Experience working under GLP would be desirable
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Organisation and supervision of staff
* NACWO with responsibility under ASPA for the day-to-day care of animals
* Training and competency assessments of technical and research staff
* Assist the Facility Manager in the development and implementation of SOPs and safe working practices
* Care of experimental animals and assist with animal husbandry schedules
* Monitor the health status of all animals
* Deal with issues and non-compliance concerns
* Undertaking Home Office licenced procedures including some surgical techniques
* Provide non-sterile assistance for surgical techniques
* Monitor stock levels and ensure sufficient stock levels of animals and consumables
Agenda and its clients only recruit people who are passionate about animal care and welfare, people with integrity who are honest and trustworthy and who have a great work ethic. To enable us to hire the very best people, we will conduct a comprehensive background and pre-employment screening, an essential part of Agenda's recruitment process