Senior Technical Officer (Animal Science)

The University of Queensland; Gatton; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

The University of Queensland invites applications for a Senior Technical Officer (Animal Science) at the Gatton Campus. The role focuses on hands-on teaching, animal care, and facility operation to support practical classes and wildlife research.

You will manage animal facilities, advise on safety and ethics, and coordinate labs and field sites, with occasional travel to other campuses for training and duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in animal or wildlife science or equivalent
• Demonstrated knowledge of wildlife science or related discipline
• Experience managing an animal facility with husbandry, safety, and record keeping

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver technical support for practical classes in animal science and related disciplines
• Support the Native Wildlife Teaching and Research Facility management including compliance and record keeping
• Coordinate operation, maintenance and management of laboratories, field sites, equipment and shared facilities
• Provide specialist health and safety advice to staff and students to ensure compliance with university procedures and animal ethics obligations

Skills

Animal science

Wildlife science

Facility management

OH&S compliance

Record keeping

Animal ethics permits

Labs & field sites management

Student mentoring

Office software

OH&S purchasing systems

Class C driving licence

Education

Bachelor's degree in animal/wildlife science

Tools

ZIMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability within the Faculty of Science. Part-time (60% FTE), fixed-term position up to January 2028. Full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $97,268 to $104,348 + 17% super (HEW 6). Join our Gatton Campus community and take a virtual tour.

About This Opportunity

Join a collaborative Animal Science technical team supporting hands‑on teaching and research at UQ's Gatton Campus. As Senior Technical Officer (Animal Science), you will bring your animal and wildlife science expertise to practical teaching, and the effective operation of specialist facilities, helping create a safe, purposeful and engaging environment where students and researchers can do their best work.

Some travel to St Lucia Campus or other remote sites for training and work purposes may be required.

• Plan, coordinate and deliver technical support for practical classes in animal science and related disciplines.
• Support the day‑to‑day management of the Native Wildlife Teaching and Research Facility, maintaining high standards of animal wellbeing and husbandry, record keeping, safe work practices and compliance with relevant requirements.
• Coordinate the effective operation, maintenance and management of laboratories, field sites, equipment and other facilities shared by the Animal Science group, including procurement, stocktakes, calibration and planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Provide specialist technical and occupational health and safety advice to staff and students, helping ensure teaching and research activities comply with University procedures, statutory requirements and relevant animal ethics obligations.

About You

A Bachelor degree with a specialisation in animal or wildlife science or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and training.

Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in wildlife science or a related discipline.

Demonstrated experience managing an animal facility, including animal husbandry and handling, occupational health and safety compliance, record keeping, including ZIMS software, and government and animal ethics permit requirements.

Demonstrated understanding of government and animal ethics processes and the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes, 8th Edition, together with relevant legislation, guidelines and community expectations.

Skills, or the ability to develop skills, in managing laboratories and field sites used for teaching and research in accordance with relevant policies, standards and guidelines.

Demonstrated ability to support undergraduate and postgraduate students and provide technical advice, guidance and training appropriate to their needs.

Strong digital capability, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, together with the ability to develop knowledge of relevant UQ occupational health and safety, risk assessment and purchasing systems.

An open Class C Queensland driver licence, with training or licensing to operate off‑road vehicles, including 4WD vehicles, considered desirable.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: Free parking and intercampus bus. On campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office. Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave. 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading. Health and wellness discounts: fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family. Career development opportunities: access to exclusive internal‑only vacancies and our Study for Staff program. 25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services. Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility.

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Other Information

Pre‑employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and mandatory immunisations (Q Fever compliance). This may also include checks relating to gender‑based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [e-mail] or calling [phone].

Applications close Monday, 23 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-70147).