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Animal Welfare Specialist

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Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Animal Welfare Officer to join our team at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute. As a key member of our BioCORE Facility, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare and compliance with relevant codes and regulations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the health and wellbeing of animals within the BioCORE Facilities.
  • Provide expert veterinary and technical support for animal-related experiments.
  • Promote a collaborative environment between animal care staff, investigators, and animal user groups.
  • Assess animal welfare and environmental indicators, recommending improvements as needed.
  • Develop and update protocols for animal welfare and veterinary services.
  • Support Investigators and animal user groups in Animal Ethics Applications and reporting.
  • Represent the Institute at monthly Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) meetings.
  • Investigate and manage adverse incidents, reporting to the AEC.
  • Inspect animal facilities regularly to ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
  • Train research users and BioCORE staff to meet animal welfare requirements.
  • Stay current with scientific literature and industry developments.
  • Provide consultation over phone, video call, or in person in the event of animal welfare emergencies outside of regular work hours.
Requirements
  • Degree in Veterinary Science, eligible for registration in NSW.
  • Demonstrated veterinary experience.
  • Experience overseeing the welfare of a range of animal species used in research, including mice, rats, fish, and amphibians.
  • Proficiency in animal surgical and non-surgical techniques, diagnosis, treatment, anaesthesia, and euthanasia.
  • Knowledge and experience interpreting the NSW Animal Research Act and the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.
  • Understanding of OGTR Physical Containment level 2 (PC2) and BC2 Approved Arrangements (AA) requirements.
  • Experience in a compliance or regulatory role.
  • Familiarity with animal research models and best practices.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organisational, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Experience in developing and delivering training to scientific and professional research staff.
  • Strong commitment to animal welfare.
What We Offer
  • Salary packaging/sacrificing (up to $15,900 per annum plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment)
  • State of the art facilities
  • Stimulating work setting focused on cutting edge medical research
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities