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At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Animal Technician - Animal Facility: Cancer Research Division
About the role
Our Cancer Research Division is currently seeking 2 full time Animal Technicians to join our multi-disciplinary and dynamic Animal Facility Core. There are 2 positions on offer, both positions will require the successful candidates to participate in weekend and public holiday rosters.
The principle responsibilities of these positions are animal husbandry, colony management and record keeping. The positions work closely with other animal technicians as well as research staff and students. You will support the team leaders and manager on issues of compliance, animal welfare and assist with the daily activities and maintenance of the facility.
About you
You will have a basic understanding of compliance regulations including POCTA Act, AQIS, PC2 & OGTR and Australian Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.
You'll bring with you:
It is desirable for the successful candidate to have completed a Diploma of Applied Science – Animal Technology or equivalent, and experience in colony management, including genetically modified animals.
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Contact Person: Brent Fullerton, Animal Core Facility Manager
Contact Details: [email protected]
Closing Date: 18 February 2026
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To provide high quality animal welfare and husbandry to mouse breeding or experimental colonies. To support the Managers and Team Leaders on issues of compliance, staff planning, animal welfare, and to assist with the daily operations of the Animal Breed and Animal Quarantine Facility.
- Responsible for the daily husbandry, health monitoring and records of mouse colonies in an efficient manner under supervision.
- To provide and ensure high quality animal husbandry and to maintain high animal ethical standards.
- Assist with injection and collection techniques under supervision in accordance with SOP’s, AEEC approval and guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, biohazard and animal welfare rules and regulations.
- To maintain a high level of hygiene and tidiness within facility.
- Effective communication and liaison with laboratory staff and team members.
Allied Health Professionals
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
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