Animal Welfare Specialist

3 days ago

Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBeeAnimal Full time $66,163 - $84,207
Job Title: Animal Welfare Specialist

Culturally Responsive Workplace:

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters where we work. We respect their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Animal Welfare Specialist to join our team at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness Geelong. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing animal husbandry, collecting samples from infected research animals, data collection and storage, liaison with scientists and veterinarians, promoting animal welfare, and developing quality assurance systems.

This role takes place in the microbiological containment facility, focusing on zoonotic diseases.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical assistance to research activities involving animals within the microbiologically contained facility.
  • Improve animal welfare through innovation, observation, and promotion of animal welfare principles.
  • Contribute to the success of research activities through effective liaison with team members, scientists, laboratory technicians, and veterinarians.
  • Develop and implement improved monitoring and record systems for animals used in research.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Animal Science or Agriculture or Diploma Qualification with demonstrated relevant experience in animal husbandry and animal behaviour.
  • Experience with husbandry and handling a broad range of species such as domestic livestock, laboratory animals, and/or wildlife.
  • Demonstrated competence in routine husbandry and management procedures in a veterinary or medical research or diagnostic facility.
  • Willingness to work with animals infected with serious zoonotic disease agents following appropriate training.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and understand their purpose in a research and diagnostic facility.
  • Ability to work productively and harmoniously in a team and independently towards team goals.
  • Familiarity with the Australian Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.

What You Bring:

To succeed in this role, you will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. You will also need to be highly organized and able to prioritize tasks effectively, with a focus on delivering high-quality results under pressure.

What We Offer:

In return for your expertise and commitment, we offer a competitive salary package, including access to professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

For further information about this opportunity, please contact us via email at [your email address]. Please ensure that your application includes a cover letter, resume, and any other requested documents.

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