Job Description Job Title: Research Technician – Applied Behaviour
Location: Waltham on the Wolds
Contract Length: 12 Months
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Research Technician to join Mars at their WALTHAM Research facility. This is an initial 12-month contract, supporting cutting-edge research in pet behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Role Overview:
The successful Research Technician will join the Applied Behaviour R&D Team and play a crucial role in conducting research trials, collecting high-quality behavioural data, and supporting scientific advancements in Mars Petcare brands globally. The role requires a strong background in animal behaviour, data collection, and behavioural coding, working closely with Research Scientists to ensure the effective capture and analysis of research data
Responsibilities:
Support research study implementation, including animal handling, behavioural coding, and data collection.
Manage and maintain research equipment, software, and technologies for behavioural and physiological data capture.
Assist in the development of new research methodologies and capabilities within the Applied Behaviour and Emotional Wellbeing Programme.
Execute research study protocols, ensuring high-qualit...