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Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Animal Technician
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Job Overview: Do you have a level 3 or higher qualification (certificate, diploma or NVQ) inanimal care, animal management or animal technology ? Are you interested in using your qualifications to develop a rewarding career working with a range of laboratory animals? Do you want to be a part of the world's leading drug development company? At Covance in Eyewe are looking to recruit an Animal Technician to join our expanding team. Job responsibilities include: * Recording routine study data both manually and using electronic data capture systems. * Providing food, water and bedding to the animals. * Changing cages and associated equipment. * Assisting in the handling of animals for various procedures. * Performing cleaning duties within the animal rooms and facility. * Preparing equipment and materials for use on studies. Covance has helped pharmaceutical and biotech companies develop one-third of all prescription medicines in the market today. Chances are, you or someone you know has benefitted from a medicine or medical device that Covance helped develop. What Covance can offer you: * Three months of training and personal development to prepare you for your exams and the responsibility of holding a Home Office personal license under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986. * Once you have obtained a Home Office personal license, you will continue to learn and develop, receiving training and support to progress through our career development programme. * Opportunity for additional income through overtime at weekends, weekdays and public holidays. Education/Qualifications: * Animal Care or Animal Management qualifications at Level 3 or higher Experience: * The ability to learn and have empathy with the animals; as well as the capability to develop the requisite skills * Previous experience working with or handling animals within industry Employment Type: Full Time