Senior Animal Technician

University of Adelaide; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Adelaide is seeking a dedicated animal care professional to support SAiGENCI research at the North Terrace Campus. The role involves daily animal husbandry, welfare monitoring and breeding colony management within Biological Services on a 38-month fixed-term contract.

You will work closely with researchers, technicians and facility users to ensure welfare, compliance and smooth operation of the animal facility, while training staff and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field with work experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Biomedical research animal husbandry, including breeding and SPF practices.
• Technical procedures such as injections, venepuncture, biopsies and post-operative care.
• Familiarity with AEC, IBC and associated facility procedures.
• The ability to create and maintain accurate written and electronic records.
• Work health and safety, infection control, sterilisation and aseptic techniques in animal facilities.
• Support researchers through training in animal handling and facility protocols, while ensuring equipment and supplies are prepared.

Responsibilities

• Support the expanding research programs of SAiGENCI through high-quality daily animal care, welfare monitoring, and breeding colony management.
• Provide dedicated support for SAiGENCI research while contributing to broader facility operation.
• Train researchers in animal handling and facility protocols, ensuring equipment and supplies are ready for operational needs.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Technical procedures

Record keeping

Safety training

Training researchers

Driver's license

Education

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field

Job description

• Based in Biological Services, Research and Innovation North Terrace Campus
• Full-time, 38-month fixed-term contract
• Salary range: $75,366 to $82,607 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Workthat matters

Support the expanding research programs of the South Australian immunoGENomics Cancer Institute (SAiGENCI) through the provision of high-quality daily animal care, welfare monitoring, and breeding colony management.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description belowto discover more about this opportunity.

The team

Reporting to the Team Lead and embedded in Biological Services, this fixed term position is funded by SAiGENCI, an independent cancer-focused medical research institute embedded within Adelaide University. The role provides dedicated support for SAiGENCI research while also contributing to broader facility operation. The team provides animal care and technical support that enables biomedical research across the University.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

You will work closely with technicians, researchers, students and facility users in a practical environment where careful animal care, collaboration and sound judgement matter every day.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field with relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Biomedical research animal husbandry, including breeding and barrier or Specific Pathogen Free (SPF) practices.
• Technical procedures such as injections, venepuncture, biopsies and post-operative care.
• Familiarity with Animal Ethics Committee (AEC), Institute Biosafety Committee (IBC) and associated facility procedures.
• The ability to create and maintain accurate written and electronic records.
• Work health and safety, infection control, sterilisation and aseptic techniques in animal facilities.
• Support researchers through training in animal handling and facility protocols, while ensuring equipment and supplies are prepared and readily available for operational needs.

You must hold a valid Australian driver’s licence. Evening, weekend and public holiday work, including roster participation, may be required.

Ourcommitment to inclusionand diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity iscelebratedand everyone feels respected and valued.Adelaide University, Tirkangkaku isanequal opportunityemployer,committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Westrongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of allages,genders,cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, andgender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible workingarrangementsand providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493510):

Georgia Borg
Talent Acquisition Advisor
[phone] | [e-mail]

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.