Animal Technician

$73,154 to $76,963
- Fixed-term, full-time
- MERF, Prince Charles Hospital
- **Reference number: 25352**:

- ** Term**: Fixed-term, full-time basis for three (3) years
- ** Remuneration**: $86,571 to $91,079 pa (HEW4) (inclusive of $73,154 to $76,963 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- ** Location**: MERF, Prince Charles Hospital
- ** Open to**:Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

**Who are we looking for?**
We are seeking a Animal Technician to join Research Infrastructure, Research Portfolio, Academic Division

QUT’s Medical Engineering Research Facility (MERF) is looking for a new Animal Technician to join the team. The primary purpose of these positions is the care and maintenance of laboratory animals (with a focus on sheep and pigs) used in preclinical research at MERF.

**About us**

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

QUT has experienced the strongest, sustained research growth of any university in the sector over the last ten years. The scale and complexity of research at QUT has reached a level that requires enhanced processes and resources to support the University’s research community in meeting its aspirations and compliance obligations. The Research Portfolio provides high quality support and training and conducts compliance and reporting across a range of obligations at an organisational level in an environment of dynamic growth in cross institutional collaborations..

**What you need to succeed**
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of an associate diploma level qualification in Veterinary Technology or an equivalent discipline, with relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated experience working in an animal facility, including experience in the care and husbandry of research animals and competency in standard animal husbandry techniques and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with mínimal supervision, and to work effectively as a team member to complete work tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, work in a safe manner in association with provided instruction and maintain records with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position (i.e. lift/move/carry weights of up to 12kg on a regular basis and up to 25-30kg occasionally).
- Good written and oral communication and organisational skills, with the capacity to manage and prioritise tasks with competing demands.
- Current Senior First Aid certificate or be willing and able to obtain one promptly.
- A current “C” class Queensland driver’s licence (manual licence/unrestricted preferred).

**Life at QUT**

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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**Belong at QUT**

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

**How to Apply**

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