Animal Technician

Jobstar; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Enhanced superannuation scheme

Job summary

Institute in Melbourne is seeking an Animal Technician to support care and husbandry of genetically manipulated mice, including breeding, cage cleaning, and record keeping. You will assist researchers with techniques such as tissue removal and injections.

Essential qualifications include a Diploma in Animal Technology and 4+ years of mouse work in a research setting, plus familiarity with regulatory instruments and a broad range of mouse techniques.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Animal Technology or equivalent is required.
• 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 research facility.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring high standard of husbandry and animal health and welfare monitoring.
• Ensuring breeding programs are established and maintained as instructed.
• Meeting researcher needs for assistance with techniques.
• Maintaining up-to-date records and professional communications.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good observation skills

Attention to detail

Flexible and cooperative

Conscientious

Education

Diploma of Animal Technology (or equivalent)

Job description

$78,121 - $82,911 a year

Conscientious

Excellent communication skills

Good observation skills and attention to detail

Flexible and cooperative

An excellent opportunity is available for an Animal Technician to join our team.

About the Position

We 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.