Named Training & Competency Officer (Biomedical Research)

Location: Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is a university with a large biomedical research environment and Biological Services Facility.

What you will do

• Fulfil statutory duties as Named Training and Competency Officer and Named Information Officer under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
• Manage competence assessments, continuing professional development, and auditable records for personal licence holders and animal care staff.
• Lead 3Rs implementation and the Experimental Support Group, embedding Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement across research projects.
• Organise and deliver accredited training in in vivo experimental techniques and regulatory licensing.
• Provide expert guidance to the Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Body on project reviews, procedural standards, and licence compliance.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 and associated statutory responsibilities.
• Substantial practical experience in in vivo biomedical research techniques and animal care standards.
• Demonstrated commitment to animal welfare and practical application of the 3Rs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to train, assess, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working collaboratively with statutory Named Persons and technical specialists.
• Degree in a relevant life sciences discipline or equivalent professional experience.

Nice to have

• PhD or equivalent research qualification in a biological or life science field.
• Previous experience as a statutory Named Person or AWERB member.
• Experience overseeing digital training registers and research support pipelines.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work with an established network of statutory Named Persons, researchers, and technical specialists.
• Generous employer pension contribution.
• 29 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Flexible working policies, a cycle-to-work scheme, and an electric vehicle scheme.
• An inclusive environment that values diversity, enquiry, challenge, and debate.

Hiring process

• Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date.
• Shortlisting and interviews are managed by the Biological Services Facility.