Aquatic Animal Care Specialist

2 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums) Full time

We are seeking an experienced Aquatic Animal Care Specialist to join our team at the Francis Crick Institute. The successful candidate will have a strong background in freshwater fish husbandry, with experience working with zebrafish (Danio rerio), Xenopus laevis, and livebearers (guppies). Prior experience in an aquarium, zoo, or laboratory setting is preferred.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing daily husbandry tasks, animal welfare checks, and maintaining accurate records using Microsoft Excel and ARMIS database. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a desire to learn are essential for this role, which involves teamwork, daily animal observation, and routine interactions with scientists.

As an Aquatic Animal Care Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the production of new generations of zebrafish while providing excellent customer service to scientists whose research we support. Opportunities for cross-training in frogs and guppy rooms are available once probation has been passed.

This is a salaried position, with a starting salary of £25,755 per annum, plus benefits subject to skills and experience. Salary rises to £29,500 after one year upon completion of your Institute of Animal Technology Level 2 diploma.



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