Zebrafish Facility Support Technician, The MRC Human Genetics Unit, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Zebrafish Facility Support Technician

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The MRC Human Genetics Unit (HGU) is seeking to appoint a Zebrafish Facility Support Technician to carry out day-to-day care within the MRC HGU zebrafish facility. The postholder will work with another Facility Technician and the Facility Manager to ensure the effective management and welfare of the fish facility in compliance with Home Office legislation. The postholder will interact daily with the researchers who use the facility and should be motivated to provide support and assistance.

Candidates should have excellent attention to detail and a careful approach. The facility is run by a small team of 3 who work flexibly to support each other. Candidates should be able to organise their own daily schedule and work independently, following guidance from the Facility Manager.

The main responsibilities of this post will be the daily feeding of the fish, including harvesting live food (brine shrimp), and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the facility. Ensuring high standards of animal welfare is an integral part of working in the facility. Experience of working with animals, particularly fish, to UK Animal Husbandry standards is desirable. Animal welfare is our highest priority, closely followed by providing an excellent service to the IGC researchers.