Husbandry Technician

2 weeks ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Charles River Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Husbandry Technician to join our scientific team at our Portishead site in the UK. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality animal care and supporting our research activities.

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide daily animal care, ensuring the welfare of our animals is always a top priority.
  • Maintain accurate records of animal health, stock, equipment, and environmental monitoring.
  • Ensure the availability of necessary materials, animal enrichment elements, supplies, and general maintenance of the animal unit.
  • Support colleagues by performing various procedures, setting up equipment, and providing materials for studies.
  • Work closely with Senior Technicians, Scientists, and Managers on projects to ensure models are well supported.
  • Adhere to all health and safety protocols and report any quality issues immediately.

Requirements

  • Relevant qualification in Biological Sciences, Animal Welfare, or a similar field.
  • Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.
  • Passion for animal care and welfare.
  • Experience working with rodents or small animals is an advantage.
  • Ability to travel to our Portishead site daily.

About Charles River

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, excellent science, and strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do. We approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe.

What We Offer

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including a large pension contribution, private medical, private dental care, critical illness cover, bonus, and more.
  • Access to great discounts via our CREDS discount scheme.
  • Global opportunities and strong career progression.
  • The chance to work on several varied projects and liaise globally and nationally with other business areas.
  • The opportunity to make a difference to health and wellbeing of people.
  • Parental leave.
  • Group Life Assurance and Group Income Protection.
  • Remote GP access 24/7.
  • Well-being support and initiatives.
  • Cycle to work scheme.

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