Job Description

Within the Biological Resources Unit, we work very closely with research groups to deliver award winning science. This close relationship allows our technicians to be an integral part of the discoveries and breakthroughs at the Institute and provides them unique opportunities to develop a wide range of skills and experiences. Cancer Research UK is passionate in finding new ways to further our understanding of cancer, with the Cambridge Institute leading the way in which novel approaches are investigated and developed to come closer to the goal of beating cancer. Become a member of the Cambridge Institute community and

join us in making a difference in patient's lives.

We are seeking a candidate to join our team as an animal Technician. The post holders will play an active part in providing fundamental support and care to the animals while supporting the scientific research carried out at our establishment. Once authorised and competent, there will also be the opportunity to support the research staff by performing regulated scientific procedures essential to all research which will require a personal Home Office licence.


We promote a strong culture of care both for our staff and the animals under our charge. The successful candidates will work with the 3R's ethos (for reproducible and ethical research, that has open, fair, and inclusive communication with focus on compassion and respect) and be responsible for the care and welfare of small rodent cancer models housed within the facility and help with maintaining a good standard of hygiene. Further details and weightings can be found in the Further Particulars document.


We have a proactive approach to personal and team development. Individuals may be enrolled onto their next appropriate IAT qualification if not already started once they have completed their probation. As a department within the University of Cambridge, the successful applicants will benefit from the stability that comes from such a world-renowned Institution. They will also have access to a broad selection of staff benefits and personal development opportunities including discounts at a wide range of local and national businesses and educational opportunities available exclusively to University of Cambridge employees.


The unit operates a paid rota system to provide additional cover at weekends and Bank Holidays. The candidates will therefore be required to work outside of normal working hours.


Once an offer of employment has been accepted, successful candidates will be required to undergo a health assessment as well as a security and Basic Disclosure check.


If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact: mailbox-hr@cruk.cam.ac.uk


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Closing date: 29th May 2025


Interview date: to be confirmed


Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.


Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.


For information about how your personal data is used as an applicant, please see the section on Applicant Data (https://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/hr-staff/hr-data/applicant-data) on our HR web pages.


Please quote reference SW45998 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.


The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.


The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.