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Job Description - Animal Technician

Job Title

Animal Technician

Job Description

An excellent opportunity is available for an Animal Technician to join the Bioservices Department at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.

About the Position

The Animal Technician will undertake tasks associated with the care, husbandry and maintenance of genetically manipulated mice in the facility. Tasks include mouse husbandry, breeding, cleaning of cages and equipment and record keeping. Observational skills must be particularly attuned to the health and welfare of the animals under their care. Additional duties will be to assist researchers

with techniques such as tissue removal and injections.

Key challenges include:

  • Ensuring husbandry and animal health and welfare monitoring is carried out to the highest standard according to training protocols and SOP’s

  • Ensuring breeding programs are established and maintained as per instructions

  • Meeting researcher needs for assistance with techniques

  • Ensuring all records are kept up to date and accurate and that all communications are highly professional


Selection Criteria
Essential Knowledge and Skills:

  • Completion of Diploma of Animal Technology (or equivalent)

  • At least 4 years practical experience with mice in a research environment

  • Familiarity with all relevant regulatory instruments

  • Good computer literacy

  • Proficiency in a range of techniques commonly used in a mouse research facility

Personal Qualities:

  • Conscientious

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Good observation skills and attention to detail

  • Flexible and cooperative

  • Ability to work individually and as a team

  • Motivated to make a difference in animal based medical research

  • Displays Institute values and embraces Institute culture

  • Available to work on some rostered public holidays, institute holidays and weekends


Terms of Appointment
This position is an ongoing role in a full-time capacity. Salary is Professional Services Employee Level 4 ($75,845 - $ 80,496). Very attractive salary packaging options are available for general living expenses, meal entertainment, novated leasing and more. 12% superannuation payable, plus up to a further 5% after the first 6 months of service via our matching superannuation scheme.

General enquiries can be directed to Giovanni Siciliano ([email protected]) and Michele Cook ([email protected]).
A position description is available here.

How to Apply
Please apply by uploading your CV, cover letter and a document addressing the key selection criteria in pdf format.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 1 March 2026

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