Scientific Officer (Animal Technician) Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
About us
The CRUK Beatson Institute is a cancer research institute, situated in Glasgow with approximately 250 researchers split across 30 research groups consisting of PIs, postdoctoral scientists, PhD students and scientific officers. It is one of Europe's leading cancer research centres, supporting cutting-edge work into the molecular mechanisms of cancer development. As well as core support from Cancer Research UK, the Institute also receives an additional third of its total income from external grants and industry collaborations. It has an excellent reputation for fundamental cancer research, including world-class metabolism studies and renowned in vivo modelling of tumour growth and metastasis. Its research ethos is about excellence, honesty, openness, accountability, and integrity
Role Profile
We currently have a vacancy for a Scientific Officer (Animal Technician) in the Biological Service Unit at the Institute. You will assist the Unit Managers in the provision of a working animal unit, whilst complying with the standards set by the UK legislation, Animal (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 and EU Directive 2010 with regard to the correct environmental conditions, care, husbandry and welfare of the animals, and ensuring compliance with the 3Rs whilst adhering to all relevant safety regulations.
Candidates should ideally have had some work experience with animals in Laboratory settings and/or animal technician duties and possess/or must be prepared to undertake Institute of Animal Technology (IAT) qualifications (or have equivalent animal care qualifications). They must have a caring attitude towards animals and improving their environment.
Other skills required include computer literacy, a high level of personal organisation and a flexible approach to working hours.
This role involves weekend and bank holiday work on a rota basis.
You should be able to work both independently and in close collaboration with the scientists and technicians in the unit.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Our overarching research ethos at the Institute is about excellence, honesty, openness, accountability and integrity. The diversity of our staff and students is also what makes the Institute such a vibrant place to work and advance discoveries in cancer research. Family friendly policies, our collaborative ethos, a focus on good mental health and well-being and opportunities for all help to create an enjoyable and inclusive workplace where your voice matters.
Employee Benefits
· Competitive salary
· 40.5 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro-rata)
· Defined Contribution pension scheme
· Life Insurance scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Season ticket loan
· Additional maternity pay at 6 month’s full pay (subject to service)
· Shared parental leave
· Cycle to work scheme that could save you 26-40% on a bike and accessories.
· Access to Employee benefit schemes with discounts on supermarkets, cinema, travel and much more.
· On-site secure parking
All applications must be made via our website.
Closing Date: 10 March 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
Work Location: One location
