Contract Animal Technicians, also known as Animal Technologists, are individuals responsible for the care of research animals. They perform many different duties to ensure that welfare standards are adhered to by animal research establishments. If you’re looking for a job as an Animal Technician and to begin your career in the life sciences industry, this might be the right blog for you.
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Working as an Animal Technician is an exciting career choice for many people. With the job market for Animal Technicians expected to grow by 16% from 2022-2025 and the salary for an Animal Technician ranging from £19,000 to £30,000, (dependant on level and experience) it’s no wonder more and more people are choosing this path. This blog will discuss why joining Agenda’s team of Contract Animal Technicians could be the route you need into the industry.
One of the perks of being a Contract Animal technician for Agenda is you will gain experience working in various settings including Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Academia and Contract Research Organisations.
Animal Technicians help with everyday tasks such as feeding animals and cleaning out cages while performing more advanced duties such as sexing, weaning and administering medication. The type of setting you’ll find yourself working at will depend on your level of experience; entry-level positions often focus on basic cleaning tasks while more senior roles involve assisting with specialist animal research projects.
If you love working with animals and want to make a difference in their lives, then this is the career for you. At Agenda Life Sciences, our career paths are usually based in research laboratories and other facilities. All Animal Technicians have similar responsibilities. They provide care to animals used in research or testing, including:
Our Contract Animal Technician opportunities vary by region, but all jobs require at least some previous experience working with animals alongside an Animal Care qualification in order for candidates to be considered eligible for employment. This means that if you’re interested in pursuing this line of work as your profession, it’s important that you find ways to gain relevant knowledge beforehand so that when it comes time for interviews and job applications there aren’t any surprises!
Agenda Life Sciences is the largest provider of Animal Technicians in the life sciences sector and we’re always keen to hear from people wanting to develop in this field. Opportunities exist for Cage Wash Operatives, Trainee Animal Technologists, Animal Technologists, and Licensed Animal Technicians, among others. Animal care qualifications and a genuine interest in the care of animals are required, as is practical experience caring for animals in a work or voluntary capacity. In return, we’re capable of providing benefits that include:
Our team have worked directly in life sciences and understand the specific requirements of the industry, we are experts at guiding candidates through every step of the recruitment process. Whether you are starting out in your career in life sciences or are looking for career progression, Agenda has the solution to support you with your career move.
So, why choose Agenda Life Sciences? Well, the benefits of choosing Agenda include:
Our services are completely free for job seekers and it’s easy to register – use our online form, email or give us a call. You’ll be assigned your own personal consultant to guide you through the process, keeping you informed and providing updates and guidance.
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If you’re looking for a career that is fun, rewarding and challenging, then working as an Animal Technician can be an exciting and lucrative option and Agenda can help you start your career journey in the life sciences industry. There are many benefits to becoming an animal technician that we have discussed today: the perks of the job, flexibility of schedule, opportunity for growth within your field (and in some cases outside), and above all else – working in life sciences to make a real impact on the world. If this sounds like something that would be perfect for you then contact us today or browse available jobs on our website!
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