Animal Research Compliance and Training Officer

Taking this role, you will join the team responsible for supporting high standards of compliance with UK legislation governing the use of animals in research under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA).

The Animal Research Compliance and Training Officer will encompass the Named Training and Competency and Officer (NTCO) role and provide a dedicated compliance function for animal research across the University. You will work closely with the NVS, NACWOs and other Named Persons to ensure that proposed work is carried out within the authorities granted by project and personal licences and in accordance with local policies and procedures.

A key part of the role will be reviewing study plans and proposed experimental work against relevant project licence authorities, identifying areas requiring clarification and challenging proposed practices where there are potential compliance concerns. You will be expected to exercise sound professional judgement, communicate decisions clearly and work constructively with researchers to resolve issues before work proceeds.

As NTCO, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust institutional systems for education, training, supervision and competence. You will take an active role in practical training and competency assessment, support users in accessing appropriate specialist training and ensure that training and competence are appropriately recorded and reviewed. You will also support the effective use and development of our data management system, and integrating use of the system with local processes for training, competency, licensing and compliance wherever possible.

You will also act as a backup Home Office Liaison Contact (HOLC), providing continuity of this function when required.

What we offer in return:

26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that's 42 days a year!

Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.

Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.

Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.

Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.