Animal Technical Assistant (HEO 3)

• Based in Research and Innovation Services at the City West Campus
• Full-time continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $59,338 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

We are seeking an Animal Technician to join the Research and Innovation Services team. 
You will ensure that all animals used in research at the University of South Australia are housed and cared for in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements. You will provide research animal care, supporting the day-to-day operations of the Core Animal Facility, and ensuring users/visitors comply with Facility policies and procedures and legislative requirements.
  
About UniSA’s Research and Innovation Services unit

The Unit of Research and Innovation Services provides support for the management of research and administers internal and national competitive research grants. It is also responsible for ensuring the responsible and ethical conduct of research, for the management of centralised research facilities and for developing and implementing strategic initiatives to improve the quality of the experience and outcomes for postgraduate research students.

The Core Animal Facility is a state-of-the-art purpose-built facility to house and care for animals used for research purposes.

Core Responsibilities

• Undertake animal husbandry duties including feeding, cleaning and housing of animals
• Ensure quality control of the animals
• Prepare for surgery, participate in animal experiments and provide post-operative care
• Accurate record management of all animal experimental procedures, ensuring compliance
• Assist with the training of new students, staff and visitors 

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience with laboratory animal care (including handling, breeding, and injections) and a good understanding of ethical issues and animal welfare in a research/laboratory environment
• Knowledge and understanding of WHS guidelines inherent to laboratory and research activities
• Sound interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to successfully communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of people internal and external to the University
• Organisational and time management skills and the ability to work in a team environment 

Benefits 

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities 
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17% 
• Flexible working conditions 
• Employee assistance and development programs 
• Staff study support 
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment.  Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results. 

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA .  The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.  
 
Please address your cover letter to Kiara Lalli, Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 4429. 

Applications close: 11.30pm Wednesday 5 October 2022.

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. 

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Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email [email protected] and you will receive a response within one working day.

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