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Thinking of a change? Or, considering opportunities to develop more skills? Why not consider joining us in our AAALAC accredited, state-of-the-art facility? We have a proven track record in service provision to world-leading research groups in both academia and the commercial sector, based on a beautiful campus with benefits including:
• Free parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Aviva pension scheme (10.5% employer contribution)
• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays (pro rata if applicable)
• 26 weeks of maternity leave at full pay
• 3 paid Christmas closure days
• 50% discount on Stagecoach travel
• Onsite bar, gym and tennis court, countryside walks
• Employee discounts and wellbeing platform
• Subsidised travel expenses for weekend overtime dependant on distance travelled
We are seeking to employ either a Trainee Animal Technician or an Experienced Animal Technician into a permanent position based within our facility. Career development and side-ways movement within our multi-disciplined environment is encouraged throughout your career with Babraham. Full information on the Biological Support Unit (BSU) is available via the Institute’s website
The Trainee position is an opportunity for those with no industry-specific experience but with a proven interest in working with animals. Trainees will be required to complete the IAT Level 2 Diploma and will attend the training necessary to gain a Home Office Personal Licence. Upon successful completion of probation, completion of the IAT diploma, and routine use of a Home Office personal licence, the Trainee Animal Technician will be considered for promotion to the Experienced Animal Technician role (BI9).
Experienced Animal Technicians are responsible for the care and welfare of rodents housed at various levels of containment using predominantly IVC’s but also flexible-film isolators and other specialist containment systems.
Experienced Animal Technicians will hold or have held a Home Office Personal Licence and will have a weekly commitment to performing regulated procedures.
Staff will not be asked to perform any tasks until they have received full training from a supervisor/mentor in accordance with pre-written SOPs. The role involves varied tasks, physical activity, and an element of repetition.
Staff will be encouraged to attend college on a day-release basis following the Institute of Animal Technology (IAT) qualifications and others (e.g. HNC, degree). Animal Technicians may be asked to work in other areas of the Small Animal Facility.
You will be required to be part of an overtime rota covering animal care and procedural work during weekends and public holidays.
Full job specification and role requirements for this post can be found attached to this vacancy.
Closing date for applications is Monday 6th October 2025
The Babraham Institute welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Informal enquiries can be addressed to laura@babraham.ac.uk. Further information on the post and benefits (including on-site accommodation) can be obtained by e-mailing HR@babraham.ac.uk.
The Institute has joined the Technician Commitment initiative, which is a commitment to support the recognition, visibility, sustainability and career development of our research support community, which includes the BSU, Scientific Facilities, Computing, Stores & Purchasing, Technical Services, Health & Safety and the Research Assistant communities.