Scientific Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 28 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,000.0 i £30,000.0 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | 25 to 30K per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 4BT |
| Cwmni: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4765439_1769598336 |
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Scientific Officer - Biological Resources Unit
Salary: £25,000-£30,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Manchester
We are seeking a motivated Scientific Officer to join the Transgenic Team, supporting the care, welfare and breeding management of transgenic mice under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital area of groundbreaking research in state-of-the-art laboratories while gaining valuable experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are ready to bring your skills to a team that values precision, empathy, and efficiency, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily husbandry, welfare checks and record‑keeping
- Managing transgenic breeding colonies
- Supporting processes such as cryopreservation and rederivation
- Working to SOPs and promoting the 3Rs
- Participating in weekend and bank holiday rotas
- Contributing to facility upkeep and equipment maintenance
Essential:
- HNC in Animal Technology (or equivalent)
- Current/previous Personal Licence (PIL A-B)
- Experience in transgenic mouse breeding and colony management
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Accuracy, attention to detail and ability to work independently
- Flexibility, including weekend/bank holiday work
Desirable:
- Degree in Biological Sciences
- Experience with oncology strains or complex breeding schemes
- Experience with cryopreservation techniques
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