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Animal Technician

University of Leeds - Leeds Institute of Medical Research (LIMR)

Location: Leeds
Salary: £20,948 to £22,214 Grade 3, per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 17th November 2023
Closes: 30th November 2023
Job Ref: MHLMR1151

Overview of the Role

Do you have experience of working within an animal laboratory environment? Do you want to be part of a technically trained team providing a proactive support service to deliver high quality provisions to facilitate world class scientific research? 

As an Animal Technician, you will carry out routine animal laboratory duties. Up to 40% of the work will involve ancillary support duties (cage processing area) which can involve heavy lifting. 

You will be working as part of a team responsible for ensuring a high standard of animal care and services are maintained to support a wide range of world class research programmes at the University of Leeds. You are required to work effectively as part of a team with staff and others to promote good working practices ensuring service adaptability to meet the changing needs of the Facility and the customers.

Experience of working in an animal laboratory environment and a proactive and logical approach to problem solving are essential qualities for this post. 

The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Medicine and Health are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education).  We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
fbsjobs@leeds.ac.uk

Additional Information

Working at Leeds 

We are a campus based community and regular interaction with campus is an expectation of all roles in line with academic and service needs and the requirements of the role.  We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements. To find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Leeds area visit our Working at Leeds information page. 

Our University  

As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students and staff from all walks of life. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish & prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education.  Within the Faculty of Medicine & Health we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community; people who identify as LGBT+; & disabled people. Candidates will always be selected based on merit and ability.

Information for disabled candidates

Information for disabled candidates, impairments or health conditions, including requesting alternative formats, can be found on our Accessibility information page or by getting in touch with us at hr@leeds.ac.uk

Criminal Records

A criminal record check is not required for this position. However, all applicants will be required to declare if they have any ‘unspent’ criminal offences, including those pending.

Any offer of appointment will be in accordance with our Criminal Records policy. You can find out more about required checks and declarations in our Criminal Records information page.

Location: Leeds - St James University Hospital / Main Campus

Contract Type: Fixed Term (available for 12 months to cover peak demand for a limited period.)

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