Reference Number: 1693601

About the Role:

Curtin University is seeking an experienced veterinary professional to join us as a Facility Veterinary Officer on a part-time (0.6 FTE), permanent basis. Reporting to the Technical Operations Manager, you will play an significant role in ensuring animals used in research and teaching are cared for to the highest standards of veterinary care and regulatory compliance.

Working across Curtin’s animal facilities, you will provide veterinary leadership and strategic advice on the use, and care of a diverse range of animals, from laboratory and aquatic species through to avian and native wildlife. The role offers considerable variety and the opportunity to use your veterinary expertise across a broad research and teaching environment.

You will oversee Curtin’s veterinary care program, providing specialist advice on animal health, husbandry, welfare and biosecurity while helping to shape and promote best-practice animal care across the University. Importantly, you will work alongside researchers undertaking medical and biomedical research, providing veterinary expertise that supports their work to better understand disease and advance medical research.

This is an opportunity to have a genuine influence on the ethical use and care of animals across Curtin, combining animal welfare, veterinary leadership and meaningful research impact in a unique university environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Provide veterinary leadership and strategic advice on the health, care and welfare of animals used for research and teaching
- Oversee Curtin’s veterinary care program, ensuring compliance with the NHMRC Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes
- Lead the diagnosis and treatment of animals within Curtin’s animal facilities, including prescribing treatments and supervising restricted drug use
- Develop and deliver training in animal handling, procedures and care, and assess the competency of staff and researchers working with animals
- Provide specialist veterinary advice to Animal Facility Managers and the Technical Operations Manager on animal health, care and welfare
- Provide pre-AEC application consultation and veterinary advice to researchers and other animal users

Who we are looking for (selection criteria):





- A tertiary qualification in Veterinary Science or extensive veterinary experience
- Eligibility for veterinary registration in Western Australia
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with animal stakeholders and University management
- In-depth knowledge of legislation, standards and codes of practice governing the care and use of animals in research and teaching environments
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, provide specialist advice and lead and influence within your area of expertise
- A strong commitment to the welfare and ethical care of animals used for research and teaching
- Demonstrated proficiency in the responsible care and management of animals

Desirable criteria:

- Experience working within an animal facility in a tertiary education or research environment
- Knowledge and/or experience in laboratory animal surgical techniques

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered
2. 22.5 hours per week. Successful candidate will have the opportunity to negotiate their preferred working schedule
3. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction
4. Availability to respond to work-related matters outside standard business hours, where required
5. Flexibility to attend animal facilities outside standard business hours, including weekends, where required

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life.



First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This part time (0.6 FTE), permanent role attracts a remuneration of $122,699 - $130,758 (G08) pro rata to 0.6 FTE + 17% superannuation

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

- Up to date resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on ••••@curtin.edu.au or 08 •••• •000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 8:00pm (AWST) on Sunday, 15 November 2026.

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

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.

📌 Facility Veterinary Officer (Bentley)
🏢 Curtin University
📍 Bentley