Animal Technician

**Classification**: ANU Officer 2/3 (Technical)

**Salary package**: $64,487 - $76,939 per annum plus 17% superannuation
**Term**: Full time, Continuing Contingent Funded (CCF)
- This position is _continuing (contingent funded)_. The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 13/03/2027_

**Working at ANU**

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

- Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
- Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
- Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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**The Position**

This is a key role in a friendly, motivated team at the Australian Phenomics Facility (APF) providing laboratory animal care and technical support to research teams in the John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR).

This role is integral to the support of the JCSMR research groups by providing high quality, best practice animal care to ensure the highest standards of animal welfare and biosecurity. Animal Technicians are responsible for providing daily care, monitoring and maintenance of laboratory animals and equipment within the Animals Services division. The successful applicant will be able to work in fast-paced environment, understand the importance of following procedures, will have demonstrated good attention to detail, accurate record-keeping skills and the capacity to work effectively in a team environment.

**The Person**

We are looking for a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues and clients. Highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management are key. Experience working in science or animal care are desirable.

**To Apply**

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

- A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
- No more than a two-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

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**Please note: The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.