Job Description: We are seeking an experienced professional to provide dedicated support and monitoring of the well-being, care, and use of animals in a research environment. The successful candidate will work within the Animal Welfare Team as part of the ACDP Operations Group to promote delivery of compliant and best practice animal welfare outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide advice and support in the development, design, and implementation of research projects to ensure alignment with relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines.
* Promote best practice in the care and use of animals in research and provide animal welfare guidance on experimental proposals and animal care.
* Contribute to the identification and resolution of animal welfare issues, including collaborative resolution to drive continuous improvement practices.
* Contribute to the review of research applications, policies, procedures, reports, and technical documents to align with relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines.
* Coordinate and conduct regular compliance monitoring, including internal audits and support of external audits.
* Promote the implementation of the 3Rs to drive continuous welfare improvements and support robust and ethical scientific outcomes.
* Build and develop strong, positive relationships with stakeholders, including staff, enterprise teams, and the Animal Ethics Committee.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications or substantial relevant industry experience.
* Demonstrated experience working within a scientific, academic, or research environment.
* Demonstrated in-depth understanding of contemporary animal welfare, including the 3Rs principles, state and national requirements.
* Proven ability to effectively interpret and develop policies, procedures, and guidelines to provide advice and support on animal welfare issues.
* Demonstrated ability to professionally handle sensitive and confidential information and use appropriate judgment and discretion.
* Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders, and establish effective interpersonal relationships.
* Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking to resolve novel challenges and manage conflicting priorities.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
Inclusion and Belonging:
CSIRO values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
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