Animal Research Facilities Technician — Part-Time 0.6 FTE

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Sydney is seeking a LAS Technical Officer to support world-class animal research across the APF and LAS facilities. You will provide specialist technical support, maintain equipment, train users and collaborate with researchers to ensure safe, compliant operations.

In this highly specialised role, you will contribute to developing technical capabilities, systems and processes that enhance facility performance and service quality for ongoing animal research programs.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in animal research or life sciences.
• Experience with rodent research models and related equipment.
• Proven ability to train users and operate research facilities.
• Knowledge of animal welfare, biosafety, ethics and WHS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support, training and advice to researchers and facility users.
• Coordinate operation and maintenance of APF and LAS equipment, including calibration and servicing.
• Manage facility access, inductions, bookings and related processes.
• Monitor resources and budgets to meet research needs.
• Ensure compliance with ethics, biosafety and health and safety policies.
• Prepare reports and contribute to continuous improvement of facility performance.

Skills

Rodent models

Behavioral research

Technical support

Equipment calibration

Education

Life sciences degree

Animal research training

Tools

Lab equipment maintenance

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Job description

University of Sydney is seeking a LAS Technical Officer to support world-class animal research across the APF and LAS facilities. You will provide specialist technical support, maintain equipment, train users and collaborate with researchers to ensure safe, compliant operations.

In this highly specialised role, you will contribute to developing technical capabilities, systems and processes that enhance facility performance and service quality for ongoing animal research programs.