Licensed Animal Technician

Licensed Animal Technician This opportunity offers the chance to contribute directly to impactful preclinical studies in a leading R&D setting. You'll be a key part of a collaborative team focused on ophthalmic and molecular research, working on in vivo experiments and wet-lab support activities.What You’ll Do:Conduct in vivo mouse procedures to assess vision in disease models, including electroretinography (ERG), ocular imaging (SLO, OCT), and behavioural testsPerform drug administration via various routes (IP, IV, gavage, intraocular)Handle tissue collection and processing for histology and molecular analysisManage mouse colonies: breeding, ear clipping, and genotypingSupport wet lab operations including consumables management and shipping logisticsDraft and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Maintain clear, accurate records (digital and written) of experimental procedures and outcomesCollaborate with colleagues to ensure efficient lab operations across two Central London sitesWhat You’ll Bring:2–3 years’ experience working with laboratory animals, ideally mice, within research or CRO environmentsA current UK Home Office Personal Licence PIL A B CQualifications such as A-levels or BTEC in a scientific or biological fieldExcellent planning, communication, and teamwork skills.Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and travel between lab sites.Commitment to the 3Rs and high standards of animal welfare.Bonus skills (not required but advantageous):Experience with ophthalmic techniques or wet-lab tasks like PCR, tissue culture, or molecular biology.Why Apply?You’ll work at the intersection of animal science and molecular biology, supporting life-changing research with a dynamic, collaborative team. You’ll also benefit from hands-on training and the opportunity to grow your expertise in a specialised field of preclinical development.

Created: 2025-07-23