Experienced Animal Technician – Preclinical Research
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 tests
* Perform drug administration via various routes (IP, IV, gavage, intraocular)
* Handle tissue collection and processing for histology and molecular analysis
* Manage mouse colonies: breeding, ear clipping, and genotyping
* Support wet lab operations including consumables management and shipping logistics
* Draft and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Maintain clear, accurate records (digital and written) of experimental procedures and outcomes
* Collaborate with colleagues to ensure efficient lab operations across two Central London sites
What You’ll Bring:
* 2–3 years’ experience working with laboratory animals, ideally mice, within research or CRO environments
* A current UK Home Office Personal Licence PIL A B C
* Qualifications such as A-levels or BTEC in a scientific or biological field
* Excellent 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