Part time (15 hours/week), 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
The Opportunity
The Alfred Research Alliance (ARA) is a vibrant collaborative community in Melbourne, dedicated to excellence in medical research and education. The precinct operates an Animal facility called AMREP AS Pty Ltd (AAS), a subsidiary of Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute (Baker Institute) located on the Alfred Hospital Precinct in Prahran.
We have an exciting opportunity available for an Animal Technician AT Level 3.1 to join our AMREP AS Pty Ltd Animal House Team.
As an Animal Technician you will report to the Area Supervisor and work as part of a team in the Animal Production & Experimental areas and be responsible for undertaking all tasks associated with animal maintenance, care and husbandry within the facility. You will also be involved in helping with Procedural and core facility operations.
This is a great opportunity for anyone currently working in an Animal Technician role who is looking for a position where they can grow their experience and be part of a developing team.
Please note that some weekend work and work on public holidays is required.
What will you bring?
You will have:
- A suitable qualification in Animal Care/ Applied Science Animal Technology or equivalent.
- Relevant industry experience.
- Demonstrated experience maintaining and managing inbred and outbred strains of laboratory mice and undertaking the range of tasks required for their care and maintenance.
- Demonstrated knowledge of genetics and its application to mouse breeding, strain maintenance and the creation of new mouse lines.
- Demonstrated experience performing techniques to assist investigators with approved protocols, including bleeding, DNA sampling, euthanasia and animal identification.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own initiative with minimal supervision.
- Effective time management skills and the ability to complete tasks efficiently.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people, both internally and externally.
- Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills.
- Knowledge of laboratory animal biology, animal health, care and husbandry.
- Knowledge of legislation and guidelines relating to the use of animals for scientific purposes and occupational health and safety requirements.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to take initiative and contribute to the improvement of systems and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and perform duties in accordance with relevant codes of practice, Victorian legislation and Institute policies.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
- Willingness to participate in rostered weekends and public holidays as required.
Our ideal candidate has previous experience in the industry/related discipline, is an enthusiastic, motivated individual who can work individually and collaboratively as part of a team, with a strong passion for research animals and their care and a commitment to further developing their skills and experiences in a research facility setting.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have appropriate Australian working rights.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian working right.
AMREP AS Pty Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage interest from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders for roles within the facility. We value diversity, inclusivity, gender equity and we promote family friendly practices.
If you have any queries or would like any additional information regarding the opportunity, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
People Experience Advisor
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📌 Animal Technician (Melbourne)
🏢 AMREP AS
📍 Melbourne
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