- Part time - 25.375 hours per week | Continuing appointment
- HEWL 5 $78,740 - $89,310 + 17% Super & great perks

Join James Cook University and play an important role in supporting high-quality, ethical and compliant research involving animals.

Why this role matters:

- Make a difference: Support responsible research and animal welfare across JCU.
- Be a trusted adviser: Provide practical guidance to researchers on animal ethics policies, procedures and legislation.
- Build capability: Develop engaging workshops that strengthen understanding of animal ethics and compliance across the University.

About the opportunity As Animal Ethics Officer, you’ll provide professional advice, coordination and administrative support across JCU’s animal ethics processes. Working within Research and Innovation Services, you’ll help ensure accurate records, effective processes and reporting, and compliance with relevant legislation and the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.

You’ll work with a diverse range of stakeholders, including academic researchers, government, industry and community, using your strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills to keep processes moving and provide informed guidance.

About you

You’ll be a highly organised and proactive professional with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. You’ll bring:

- Relevant qualifications and/or experience.
- Strong administrative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.




- The ability to interpret policies and procedures and confidently guide others.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-volume environment.

Why JCU? At JCU, Excellence, Authenticity, Integrity and Respect underpin how we work. As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, your work will contribute to research that makes a difference to people, animals and communities.

We support you with the provision of:

- 5 weeks annual leave + leave loading
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 12 months paid parental leave
- Salary packaging options
- Staff study assistance & paid study leave
- Fitness Passport & health insurance discounts
- Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching & counselling)
- Ongoing professional development support

Ready to make a difference? If you're looking for a role where your organisational expertise, judgement and commitment to ethical practice can directly support the quality and integrity of research, we'd love to hear from you.

How To Apply

Click the ‘apply’ button where you will be asked to complete an application form or alternatively, please apply directly via the via the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

- Complete the application form
- Upload your current resume
- Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Craig Godfrey on (07) 4781 6543 or via email [email protected]

📌 Animal Ethics Officer (Townsville)
🏢 James Cook University
📍 Townsville