Animal Technician

WEHI - Walter & Eliza Hall Institute; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

12% superannuation

Matching superannuation after 6 months

Job summary

WEHI - Walter & Eliza Hall Institute in Parkville, VIC, is seeking an Animal Technician to join the Biosciences Department. You will care for genetically manipulated mice, assist with breeding, husbandry, and record-keeping, and support researchers with tissue collection and injections.

The role requires a Diploma in Animal Technology, at least 4 years’ experience with mice in a research setting, and familiarity with regulatory instruments.

Qualifications

• Completion of Diploma of Animal Technology (or equivalent).
• At least 4 years practical experience with mice in a research environment.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory instruments.
• Proficiency in techniques commonly used in a mouse facility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standard husbandry and animal health monitoring.
• Maintain breeding programs as instructed.
• Assist researchers with techniques and record-keeping.
• Keep communications professional and records up to date.

Skills

Diploma in Animal Tech

Mice experience

Regulatory knowledge

Mouse techniques

Education

Diploma in Animal Technology

Job description

WEHI - Walter & Eliza Hall Institute – Parkville VIC

$78,121 - $82,911 a year

Full time

2d ago , from WEHI - Walter & Eliza Hall Institute

An excellent opportunity is available for an Animal Technician to join the Biosciences Department at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.

About the Position

The Animal Technician will undertake tasks associated with the care, husbandry and maintenance of genetically manipulated mice in the facility. Tasks include mouse husbandry, breeding, cleaning of cages and equipment and record keeping. Observational skills must be particularly attuned to the health and welfare of the animals under their care. Additional duties will be to assist researchers with techniques such as tissue removal and injections.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring husbandry and animal health and welfare monitoring is carried out to the highest standard
• according to training protocols and SOP’s
• Ensuring breeding programs are established and maintained as per instructions
• Meeting researcher needs for assistance with techniques
• Ensuring all records are kept up to date and accurate and that all communications are highly professional

Selection Criteria

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Completion of Diploma of Animal Technology (or equivalent)
• At least 4 years practical experience with mice in a research environment
• Familiarity with all relevant regulatory instruments
• Proficiency in a range of techniques commonly used in a mouse research facility

Personal Qualities:

• Good observation skills and attention to detail
• Flexible and cooperative
• Ability to work individually and as a team
• Motivated to make a difference in animal based medical research
• Displays Institute values and embraces Institute culture
• Available to work on some rostered public holidays, institute holidays and weekend

Terms of Appointment

This position is an ongoing role in a full-time capacity. Salary is Professional Services Employee Level 4 ($78,121-$82,911). Very attractive salary packaging options are available for general living expenses, meal entertainment, novated leasing and more. 12% superannuation payable, plus up to a further 5% after the first 6 months of service via our matching superannuation scheme.

General enquiries can be directed to Giovanni Siciliano at *********@wehi.edu.au or Michele Cook at ******@wehi.edu.au.

A position description is available here.

Application Closing Date

Tuesday 20 October 2026.