Junior Animal Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Animal Technician to join our busy biofacility team in Cambridge.
Working under supervision, you will be involved in the daily care, welfare and general husbandry of animals including the provision of food and water, changing cages along with general cleaning duties to maintain the hygiene of animal accommodation as well as the general upkeep of the facility. You shall carry out regular observation, health checks and basic procedures, keeping necessary records and inputting data onto computer systems.
You will enjoy working with animals, with previous experience working with or caring for animals in a work or voluntary capacity. You will be organised, able to work as part of a team and communicate with individuals at all levels. You will have a good general education with GCSE English, Mathematics and a Science (or equivalent), specific Animal Management / Animal Behaviour or Institute of Animal Technology qualifications would be an advantage. Experience working in a laboratory setting would be desirable but is not essential.
This role is physically demanding requiring regular and repetitive movements including lifting, carrying and manual dexterity. You will also be expected to take part in an overtime rota to cover for the welfare of the animals on weekend on Bank Holidays (approx. 1 weekend in 3).
The post is available immediately and subject to the satisfactory completion of a 3 month probationary period.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment and a security check.
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The deadline for applications is Sunday, 9 April 2023.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Junior Animal Technician roles across University of Cambridge's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,761 - £21,630 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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