Trainee Animal Technician

Are you interested in working with animalsDo you want to build a career working for a company that is committed to making the world a better placeAre you looking for a job that offers training and developmentIf so this could be the role for youAs a leading contract research organization (CRO) Labcorp provides comprehensive drug development solutions for a range of industries. Labcorp has helped pharmaceutical and biotech companiesbring to market 100% of the top 50 best selling drugs. Chances are you or someone you know has benefitted from a medicine or medical device that Labcorp helped develop.Labcorp is looking for Trainee Animal Technicians to join our growing team in Alconbury Cambridgeshire. Labcorp are the largest employer for animal technicians in the UK and we need you We fully support our technicians through our comprehensive training and development programme which includes gaining accredited Animal Science and Technology qualifications as well as structured career progression. Following successful completion of a 6 months probation period and meeting all early career training requirements you will be eligible for your first career progression and pay review. You may also be considered for the training required to obtain a Home Office personal licence.As a Trainee Animal Technician your main responsibilities will be: Providing food water and bedding to the animals Changing cages and associated equipment Assisting in the handling of animals for various procedures Performing cleaning duties within the animal rooms and facility Preparing equipment and materials for use on studies Recording routine study data both manually and using electronic data capture systemsThere will be weekend working requirements. When rostered to work one or both days at the weekend you will receive additional payments (included in the above) and an equal number of days off in the following week. There will be an opportunity to work additional overtime during the week and weekends that are not part of your scheduled week.Education/QualificationsAnimal Care or Animal Management qualifications at Level 2 or higher are desirable but not essential5 GCSE passes or equivalent qualifications including Maths English and Science ExperienceThe ability to learn and have empathy with the animals; as well as the capability to develop the requisite skillsPrevious experience working with animals is beneficialWhat can Labcorp offer youCompetitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributory pensionUnrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industryUnsurpassed career development opportunities. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose you will be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring training and personalized development planningAbility to work with a variety of different people and clients on wide ranging projectsLabcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.We encourage all to applyIf you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs or needs an accommodation please visit ouraccessibility siteor contact us atLabcorp Accessibility. Formore information about how we collect and store your personal data please see ourPrivacy Statement.Required Experience:Intern Key Skills Children Activity,Cobol,Cyber Security,ABAP,Housekeeping,Light Vehicle Driving Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1