- 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
- Conscientious
- Excellent communication skills
- 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 weekends
- 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
- Good computer literacy
- Proficiency in a range of techniques commonly used in a mouse research facility
Animal Technician PSE 4 - Parkville, Australia - Walter and Eliza Hall Institute
Description
Job Title
Animal Technician PSE 4
Job Description
An excellent opportunity is available for an Animal Technician to join the Bioservices 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 challenges include:
Selection Criteria
Personal qualities
Knowledge and skills
Terms of Appointment
This position is an ongoing role in a full time capacity. Salary is Professional Services Employee Level 4 ($70,802 - $75,145). Up to 17% superannuation and very attractive salary packaging options are available.
General enquiries can be directed to Amanda Dickson
or Giovanni Siciliano
A position description is available here.
How to Apply
Please apply by uploading your CV, cover letter and a document addressing the key selection criteria in pdf format.
Application Closing Date: 9 May 2024