Animal Care Specialist

4 days ago


Adelaide, South Australia University of Adelaide Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Animal Care Specialist to join our team at the University of Adelaide.

Job Description

This is a full-time, continuing position in the Laboratory Animal Services (LAS) division. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality animal care and research support through best practice animal husbandry.

The Animal Care Specialist will work closely with the Team Leader and team to promote animal welfare, mentor less experienced staff, and provide technical skills training to staff and researchers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver routine animal husbandry tasks
  • Manage rodent breeding colonies
  • Provide technical skills training to staff and researchers
Requirements

To be successful, you will need:

  • Demonstrated understanding of the Australian code of practice for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes
  • Demonstrated commitment to animal care
  • Demonstrated experience in biomedical research animal husbandry
Desirable Qualifications
  • Completion of the Diploma of Animal Technology or equivalent
  • An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
About the University of Adelaide

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. Our employees enjoy a range of benefits, including salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and access to on-campus facilities.

Our university is committed to providing a working environment that is inclusive, respectful, and welcoming to all. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI+ individuals.



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