Post-Mortem Examination Assistant

4 weeks ago


Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom Defra Group Full time
Post-Mortem Examination Assistant Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team as a Post-Mortem Examination Assistant in the Defra Group's Pathology and Animal Sciences Department. In this role, you will provide support for the ante and post-mortem examination of large animals and poultry, as well as assist with the location/sampling of tissues and safe transfer and submission of samples to laboratory facilities.

The ideal candidate will have a BTEC HNC/BSc degree or equivalent technical qualifications in biological/biomedical/bioveterinary science, as well as experience in working in a scientific environment and dissection/anatomy skills. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are also essential.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic role, contributing to the high disease containment post-mortem team within the Defra Group. You will be part of a dedicated team tackling disease and ensuring animal health throughout the UK.

Salary and Benefits:

$45,000 - $65,000 per annum

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Excellent mentoring and CPD opportunities
  • Long-term job security
  • Great work-life balance
  • Civil Service pension scheme
  • 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)


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