Junior Animal Technician

Salary : £31,920 - £33,600 per annum. Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparable skills and experience. Reporting to: Emma Mustafa, BSU Facility Manager Duration of Contract : Non time limited Hours per week : 35 hours per week (Full Time), Weekend and bank holiday rota participation required. Location: Sutton Closing Date : 20th September 2026 Are you passionate about animal welfare and interested in supporting world-leading cancer research? We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Junior Animal Technician to join the Biological Services Unit (BSU) at The Institute of Cancer Research. In this role, you will contribute to pioneering cancer research by providing high-quality animal care and technical support within a modern research environment. About Us The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) is one of the world's leading cancer research organisations, with an exceptional track record spanning more than 100 years. Working in partnership with The Royal Marsden, we are recognised as one of the top centres for cancer research and treatment worldwide. Our mission is simple but ambitious: to make the discoveries that defeat cancer. The BSU supports researchers across the organisation by maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare while enabling innovative in vivo research that advance our understanding of cancer and the development of new treatments. About The Role As a Junior Animal Technician, you will play an important role in delivering exceptional animal care, welfare, and husbandry services. Working alongside experienced technicians, researchers, and licence holders, you will help maintain breeding and experimental mouse colonies and support a range of research activities. Key Responsibilities Include

• Providing daily care and husbandry for laboratory mice.
• Monitoring animal health and welfare and reporting concerns promptly.
• Assisting with breeding colony management, including identification, weaning and record keeping.
• Supporting regulated procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.
• Maintaining animal accommodation, procedural areas and equipment to high standards.
• Ensuring compliance with Home Office regulations, SOPs and animal welfare requirements.
• Working collaboratively with researchers to support high-quality cancer research.
• Participating in weekend, public holiday and out-of-hours rotas. Essential What We're Looking For
• Level 2 qualification in Animal Technology or equivalent relevant experience working with laboratory animals. Experience working in a laboratory animal facility or research environment.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare.
• Understanding of the principles of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 or willingness to develop this knowledge.
• Awareness of the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction and Refinement).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to learn and undertake further training.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment. Desirable
• Associate Membership of the Institute of Animal Technology (IAT) or willingness to work towards membership.
• Home Office Personal Licence (PIL).
• Knowledge of laboratory animal husbandry and mouse colony management.
• Experience of welfare monitoring, breeding colony management and supporting animal procedures.
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of cancer research models and in vivo studies. The BSU supports researchers across the organisation by maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare while enabling innovative in vivo research that advances our understanding of cancer and the development of new treatments. Apply Now If you are looking to start or develop your career in animal technology within a world-class research organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you. Join us and help support the discoveries that defeat cancer. The ICR is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. For further information or to discuss your application please contact Glyn Fisher (Head of BSU) and Professor Kamil R. Kranc (Director of the Centre for In Vivo Modelling) via email: [email protected] and [email protected]. Why work for us? As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits. The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here . At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.