Service Technician (Cage Wash)

The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) is a research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is an entitythat brings together nine partnersto create an independent organisation with a strong voice for research and innovation, more information can be found at www.ukri.org.

You will work within a small team, within our Cage Wash area, to deliver essential support services to the MRC LMB Animal Facility located in the Ares Building on the Babraham Research Campus. This facility forms part of the larger team known as the Biological Services Group (BSG), whose aim is to support scientific researchers at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB), specifically to provide animal husbandry for laboratory mice used in medical research. 

This varied position involves the delivery and collection of animal cages and processing of dirty water bottles using automated and semi-automated machinery such as autoclaves. Store and laundry duties, cleaning of the service support area and replenishing diet, bedding dispensers and other stocked items are also included.

Ideally, you will have experience in working as part of a team, working independently and developing strong working relationships. You will be able to demonstrate an understanding of maintaining high levels of hygiene to ensure a suitable environment. 

We operate a standard working pattern for full-time staff of 8am – 3.45pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am – 3.30pm on a Friday. However, applications from candidates looking for part-time hours or a job share will be considered.

Working for UKRI provides a whole host of benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme and excellent holiday entitlement (40 ½ days including bank holidays and privilege days). You will also have access to employee shopping and travel discounts, on-site sport and social facilities, as well as a salary sacrifice scheme for cycle to work.

To apply and access full details of the vacancy please visit our job board at https://mrc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/appcentre-1/candidate/postings/2172 .

If you are unable to apply online please contact us at recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk. 

Final appointments will be subject to a pre-employment screening.

The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer who participates in the Disability Confident scheme.

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