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Agenda are recruiting for an Experienced Animal Technician for one of their clients. The role is fundamental to enable cutting edge research to take place. The role will be responsible for delivering exceptional standards of animal welfare when carrying out a range of duties such as animal husbandry, observations, technical procedures, and various laboratory tasks. You will support, mentor and train others, hold a Home Office Personal Licence enabling you to perform regulated procedures and hold a higher level of responsibilities. Basic Requirements: Holder of a Home Office personal license (modules A and B) IAT Level 3 diploma in Laboratory Animal Science and Technology or degree level qualification in Biological Science/Animal Science A minimum of 4 years experience in an Animal Technician role, specifically with rodents Previous experience working in a Biological Resource Facility and significant knowledge of Home Office legislation and Animal (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 Able to train, guide, and develop new users and members Experience undertaking a variety of regulated procedures A proactive approach to work, taking ownership of your own learning and development Ability to coach and mentor others Effective communication skills Worked independently and within a team A good level of attention to detail, accurate record keeping and comprehensive computer literacy Understand the importance of Standard Operating Procedures and how to ensure they are followed Previous experience working with genetically altered rodents is desirable Duties and Responsibilities: Provide day to day husbandry, maintenance and care of animal colonies Maintaining and establishing complex breeding strategies in liaison with researchers Follow strict Standard Operating Procedures for husbandry and procedural work Teach animal care skills and techniques to new technicians Take an active role in reviewing documents and processes Maintain detailed and accurate records relating to environmental conditions, animal details and procedure Maintain a personal log of training, competencies and procedural activities as required by the home office Provide technical assistance with experimental protocols to include dosing, observations and health status checks Take an active role in reviewing experimental study forms and the AWERB review process Promote and foster a Culture of Care including the 3R s and our core values

Job Title: Welder Location: Staplehurst, Kent Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 p.a. (dependent on experience) + discretionary monthly bonus Job Type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 7.30am to 4.00pm. About Us: Burtons Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (part of the Burtons Group of Companies) has a vacancy for a Welder to assist in the busy manufacturing and fabrication workshop reporting direct to the Engineering Supervisor. Burtons is a family run group of companies covering manufacturing, sales and aftercare servicing in the veterinary sector. Starting from 1981 Burtons have quickly grown to be one of the leading veterinary equipment suppliers in the UK. Over the years Burtons have acquired a variety of companies to increase the equipment offering and skill sets. Approximately 50% of the products are still manufactured at Burtons HQ in Staplehurst which boasts an extensive range of capabilities including; CAD, CNC machining, laser cutting, metal fabrication, plastic fabrication, wood shop, paint shop, full assembly & testing. Although still focused on the veterinary sector, Burtons have diversified into allied areas such as vehicle conversions for canine transportation and animal ambulances to grooming equipment and aquatic systems. About the Role: Work from drawings Observe and follow company safety rules and regulations Produce steel products, constructed from box section and sheets of varying thickness from 1mm to 5mm and cleaned to a high standard From time to time you may be required to use the following machinery: Guillotine Pillar Drills Band saw Press brake Training will be provided where necessary. About you: Must have experience in MIG and TIG Welding Good attention to detail Self-motivation Good communication Good timekeeping Benefits: Full-time permanent contract, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Discretionary monthly bonus scheme Idyllic countryside setting Excellent opportunities to train and progress 33 holiday days per year (inc. Bank Holidays) Contributory pension scheme On-site car parking Staff events, such as the Big Summer Party and Awards Scheme Next Steps: To apply for this vacancy, please click on Apply and upload a copy of your CV. We look forward to hearing from you. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: Welder Fabricator, Metalworker, Sheet Metal Worker, Metal Worker, Metal Fabricator, Skilled Welder, Skilled Fabricator, Welding Technician, Welding Engineer, Finishing Welder, Fabrication, MIG Welder, TIG Welder, Manufacturing Welder, Manufacturing Fabricator may also be considered for this role.

Animal Postmortem Technician LiverpoolFull time hours, temporary contract Are you passionate about animal health and science? Do you have a strong stomach, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to contribute to veterinary diagnostics and research? We're looking for a dedicated Animal Postmortem Technician to join our pathology team and support vital work in animal disease surveillance and investigation About the Role: As an Animal Postmortem Technician, you will play a key role in assisting veterinary pathologists with postmortem examinations of a wide range of animal species. Your work will help identify causes of illness and death, contributing to public health, animal welfare, and disease control. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the preparation and conduct of postmortem examinations. Handle and dissect animal specimens in accordance with health and safety protocols. Record and label samples for further laboratory testing. Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity in the postmortem suite. Dispose of biological waste safely and responsibly. Support data entry and documentation of findings. Liaise with veterinary professionals and laboratory staff. What We're Looking For: Experience in animal handling, anatomy, or laboratory work (training will be provided). Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols. Comfortable working in a post mortem environment. Good communication and teamwork skills. Physically fit and able to lift and move animal specimens. Commitment to health and safety and biosecurity standards. Desirable Qualifications: Degree or diploma in animal science, veterinary nursing, biology, or related field. Previous experience in a pathology or laboratory setting. If you meet the criteria above and are interested in the role then please follow the link to apply.

Service Technician LOCATION: Cambridge SALARY: Competitive REF: ALS 3042 We are looking to recruit a Service Technician to join our team to provide a high level of care and hygiene to laboratory animals used in medical research. The successful candidate will provide a service to maintain the facility and selected areas. You will be responsible for helping with autoclaving of equipment, sterilisation, stock control and supplies. Basic Requirements: 3 GCSE passes or equivalent including General literacy and numeracy Experience working with cleaning machinery and equipment is desirable Knowledge of the use of cleaning chemicals and sterilising instruments would be useful Good oral and written communication skills Practical experience working within a research environment is desirable Experience with health and safety standards and implementation are advantageous Comfortable working alone or within a larger team depending on the task Ability to organise/prioritise workload Follow and maintain a meticulous level of sterilisation protocols including the use of autoclaving equipment. Flexible and adaptable with overtime for evenings and weekend work. Duties and Responsibilities: General cleaning, housekeeping and upkeep of the animal facility. Perform cleaning and sterilisation of animal cages and equipment by operating large washers, autoclaves and fumigation/decontamination chambers. Preparation of procedure rooms/operating theatres and sterilisation of equipment. Disposal of waste material, special waste and animal carcases, in a compliant and safe manner. Carry out basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and reports. Follow Standard Operating Procedures and quality assurance purposes to ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation.