Animal Welfare Officer

• Expertly advise and support animal welfare in research and teaching
• Drive ethical standards and compliance across university programs using animals
• Promote a culture of compassion through training, policy, and collaboration

The role

• Full Time, Continuing
• Level 8 - $113,948 to $128,980 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
• Wagga Wagga

Are you passionate about animal welfare and ready to make a meaningful impact in research and education? Charles Sturt University is looking for a dedicated Animal Welfare Officer to lead and support best practice in the care and use of animals across our teaching and research programs.

In this vital role, you'll be the go-to expert for animal welfare advice, working closely with staff and researchers to ensure ethical and responsible treatment of animals. You'll help shape policies, provide technical guidance, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and compassion. Your work will be guided by national codes and legislation, and you'll play a key part in upholding the highest standards of animal care.

This position is central to our commitment to ethical research and education. Youll support the Animal Ethics Committee with expert advice, help investigate and manage adverse events, and contribute to training and education that embeds animal welfare into everything we do.

If you're ready to be a champion for animal welfare and help drive positive change, wed love to hear from you.

About you

• A degree in veterinary science including eligibility for veterinary registration in NSW, with proven experience in animal welfare, ethics, or research environments, OR postgraduate qualifications in animal behaviour and welfare
• Strong knowledge of legislation and codes governing animal care and use
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines
• Committed to ethical practice, continuous improvement and education
• A current and valid Australian driver's license

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University - our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities - to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Learn more about the Office of Pro-Vice-Chancellor Research (Performance and Governance) here.

Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits.

Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award, our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people, carers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, neurodivergent people, and people of all age groups, genders and sexualities for all roles.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, and address the selection criteria in the position description and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Recruitment specific enquiries: Rebecca Dwyer | Talent Acquisition Consultant |

Role specific enquiries: Elizabeth Harangozo | Research Integrity Manager |

Closing Date: 11pm, 26 August 2025