Animal Services Manager - Sydney, Australia - University of New South Wales

University of New South Wales

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Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Job no:
518202

Work type:

full time

Location:

Sydney, NSW

Categories:

Research Administration support, Laboratory Technician
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Support world-class research using both small and large animal models
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Professional learning and development available
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$112,154 - $126,366 (depending on exp).

17% super leave loading:

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Full-time (35-hour week), 5-year contract (potential for extension)

The Animal Services Manager reports to, and works closely with, the Director of Animal Services and leads a team of animal facility staff across facilities on the Kensington and Randwick campuses.

You will oversee the daily operations of research facilities supporting laboratory animal studies and coordinate workflow to ensure the research laboratory, equipment and animals are safely and efficiently managed in accordance with current legislation and the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.

The Organisation

The Animal Services unit has an overall objective and responsibility to deliver the highest standards of animal welfare and ethical conduct under conditions of current best practice and regulatory compliance while meeting the needs of UNSW researchers.

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn't only what we do, it's how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do.

If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.

Benefits and Culture

Flexible working
Affordable parking on campus.
Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
Access to lifelong learning and career development
Progressive HR practices
Discounts and entitlements

Skills and Experience Required

You have a degree in Biomedical Science, or Animal and Veterinary Technology, or an Associate Diploma in Animal Technology combined with relevant experience with laboratory animals in a research environment, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through education, training and/or experience You also have experience leading a team of technical staff and proven technical capabilities in areas aligned with PC2 animal laboratory environment and research activities.

For more information please see the Position Description

To apply:

If supporting research excellence at UNSW is of interest to you, please submit your CV, and Cover Letter responding to Skills and Experience required via the APPLY button.

Contacts

Applications close:
11.55pm, 15th August 202- The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment._

Position Description

Advertised:
01 Aug 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close:
15 Aug 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time