Animal Technician - Darlinghurst, Australia - Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute

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Darlinghurst, Australia

3 weeks ago

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About us:

The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute (the Institute) is dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease and is one of the most respected heart research facilities in the world.

Renowned for the quality of its breakthroughs, the Institute was established in 1994 and has grown to a team of more than 200 researchers from around the globe, working across five divisions.

A global centre-of-excellence, it integrates Cardiac Physiology and Transplantation, Developmental and Stem Cell Biology, Molecular Cardiology and Biophysics, Structural and Computational Biology, as well as Vascular Biology.

At the Institute, we translate our discoveries into new diagnostics, prevention, and treatment of cardiovascular disease - reducing the incidence, severity, and impact of heart disease.

The role:

The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute maintains facilities for genetically modified rodents, where a high quality of animal care is coupled with excellent services for research.

As an Animal Technician, you will work as part of a skilled and dedicated animal care team who use the latest technology in housing and equipment to provide support for research into cardiac disease and development.

In particular, the Animal Technician will be responsible for providing professional care (husbandry, breeding, cleaning cages and equipment) for all animal species where mice and rats are the major species, but also involving duties in the aquaria housing zebrafish and aquatic frogs.

This is a permanent, full-time role on a 7-day rotating roster, therefore availability on some weekends and public holidays is required to ensure the continuity of care for animals in the facility.

What we will trust you with:

Collaborating with IT and science teams to evaluate and identify optimal cloud solutions.
Professional animal care including provision of food, water and clean housing materials
Animal husbandry including management of breeding colonies
Liaising with researchers to optimise the health and welfare of animals under study
Maintenance and operation of washing and sterilising equipment
Maintenance of clean environments, including materials and equipment
Compliance with regulations concerning animal ethics, gene technology, quarantine, and Work, Health & Safety
Accurate recordkeeping and administrative responsibilities, such as breeding, sample submission and animal usage
Assist research staff with animal issuance, handling and experimental procedures as directed by senior BioCORE staff.
Restock consumables and maintain procedure rooms.
Perform euthanasia, as required

Does this sound like you?:

Currently possess or studying towards tertiary qualifications in laboratory animal science, animal technology, biological science, vet nursing, animal husbandry or a related field
Prior experience working in animal research facilities
Ability to work individually or as part of a team
Effective time management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact and maintain good relationships with diverse members of an organisation.
Genuine interest in working with rodents/small animals with a caring approach
Availability on weekends and public holidays
Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

What you will be proud of:

Being part of an Institute that is not only dedicated to finding cures for cardiovascular disease, but one that also strives to ensure our employees and students enjoy a great working environment.

We value and are committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces diversity, gender equity and promote flexible working arrangements for all employees.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We also welcome applicants with diverse educational backgrounds, professional knowledge, personality types, thinking styles and life experiences. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

What we offer:

Salary commensurate with experience
Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per annum plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment)
State of the art facilities
Stimulating work setting focused on cutting edge medical research
Collaborative team environment
Diverse and inclusive workforce
Continuous learning and development opportunities

Come and work with us & help make a difference.