We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced animal technician to join our team as a Casual Technical Officer. This role requires a strong commitment to animal welfare and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support to users of laboratories and workspaces, while also working as an animal technician in a multi-species facility. Key responsibilities include maintaining high hygiene standards throughout the facility, accurate record-keeping, and ensuring animals are healthy and reporting any anomalies.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing technical support to users of laboratories and workspaces
* Maintaining high hygiene standards throughout the facility
* Accurate record-keeping
* Ensuring animals are healthy and reporting any anomalies
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this position, you'll have:
* Qualification in animal studies or working towards a related qualification
* Demonstrated experience with a variety of small laboratory animal species such as mice and rats in a research environment or equivalent
* Demonstrated understanding and ability to comply with current legislation, regulatory bodies, codes and standards relating to the ethical use and care of live animals for scientific research purposes
* Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining laboratory-based instruments/equipment relevant to animal research
* Proven track record of building strong relationships with a range of stakeholders
Benefits
This casual role offers a HEW 4 + 11.5% Superannuation package and the opportunity to work on-site at our Bundoora campus, with occasional requirements to work at other campuses. The successful candidate will also receive training and development opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge.
About Us
We are a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers, and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. Our college is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas, including advanced manufacturing and design, computing technologies, health innovation and translational medicine, nano materials and devices, and sustainable systems.