Animal Technician

With our renowned research expertise, multidisciplinary networks and specialised facilities, Curtin excels in a diverse range of research areas that aim to make tomorrow better for people all over the world. 

This position is a key support role within the life sciences facility team.  The position is responsible for the husbandry and the welfare of the animals housed in the Life Sciences Research Facility. In addition, this position will provide high quality specialist services and assist in the training of facility staff and researchers in required techniques.

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• Carry out laboratory animal husbandry.
• Be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, quarantine and hygiene within of the facility and for the welfare of the animals.
• Assist with the maintenance of animal usage records.
• Maintain and improve health monitoring programs in order to maintain the health status of the animal facility.
• Assist in training facility staff and research students in required techniques.
• Assist in the ordering of supplies and consumables required by the facility.
• Assist with and ensure compliance with all regulatory and university requirements associated with your duties and responsibility.
• Commit to undertaking all relevant accreditation training.
• As a member of the University community, demonstrate the highest possible standards of professional and personal conduct, modelling the University’s Values and Signature Behaviours.

• Completion of a relevant qualification in the animal technology industry or other related fields, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education/training in animal handling.
• Knowledge of specific pathogens free (SPF) environment, The Animal Welfare Act 2002 (WA), and “The NHMRC Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes”.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated effective time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as effectively within a team environment.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge and experience in the care and use of animals in the University environment.

• A flexible benefits package with excellent superannuation provisions.
• A vibrant campus with gym, child care, wellness programs, medical and counselling services.
• Curtin continues to be a leader in reconciliation in the Higher Education sector, being one of the first Universities to receive accreditation for an Elevate RAP - the highest level within Reconciliation Australia’s Workplace RAP Framework.
• The University has recently been named as one of Australia’s Inclusive Employers for 2019-2020 by the Diversity Council of Australia (DCA).
• A major global player, with well-integrated campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, Mauritius and Dubai.

For further information on Curtin and all of our employee benefits visit https://about.curtin.edu.au/jobs/

Please provide a resume and cover letter that includes sufficient information and examples to allow us to assess your suitability for the role. 

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Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Curtin

We are committed to ensuring that Curtin has an inclusive environment, free from harassment, in which all students, staff and the community feel respected, valued and welcome.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and are committed to making reasonable adjustments to enable people with disability to participate fully in our recruitment, selection and appointment processes.

We have received recognition in this area:

• Voted one of Australia’s Inclusive Employers by the Diversity Council of Australia.
• One of the first Universities to receive accreditation for an ‘Elevate’ Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation
• 16th best workplace for new dads in Australia (HBF - Direct Advice for Dads, 2019)

To 

please send your Cover letter and CV to [email protected]

For further information contact:
Dr Lois Ho - Manager, Research Integrity
Phone: 08 9266 7093
Email: [email protected]

Applications close: 9:00pm AWST, Wednesday 30th November 2021 

Disclaimer

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.