Senior Animal Technologist

3 days ago

Clayton South, Victoria, Australia Monash University Full time $96,768 - $104,450 per year

Job No.: 680724

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Fixed-term appointment until 16 February 2026

Remuneration: $96,768 - $104,450 pa HEW Level 06 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

  • Contribute to the optimum welfare of laboratory animals
  • Provide high-quality training to staff and researchers
  • Be a part of an inclusive, collaborative team

The Opportunity

Come and join the Monash Animal Research Platform (MARP) as Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer where you will play a vital role of organising and coordinating the training of MARP staff and Monash University researchers.

A key aspect of this role is promoting animal welfare in accordance with legislative and regulatory industry codes of practice, departmental standard operating procedures and university policies, ensuring all animal-related work adheres to high ethical and welfare standards.

In addition to providing comprehensive training and technical education, this role includes assisting the Veterinary Program Manager in planning, developing and implementing training programs on topics such as husbandry, breeding and genetics, barrier maintenance and techniques for all research animals within MARP. By ensuring a compliant and safe operating environment, the Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer monitors the quality and consistency of training practices.

We are seeking candidates with a Diploma of Applied Science (Animal Technology) and relevant work experience in a laboratory animal facility, or an equivalent combination of knowledge, training, and extensive experience in an animal facility environment. Essential skills include practical experience with laboratory animal breeding, husbandry systems and techniques as well as experience in training and record-keeping.

If you are passionate about animal welfare and eager to contribute to the biomedical research community, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity?who are able to demonstrate and present valid and current Australian work rights.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Learn more about Monash.

Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities – #ChangeIt with us.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Please ensure your cover letter highlights your key offerings to this position.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at [email protected] in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Dr Narelle Price, Veterinary Program Manager,

Position Description: Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer

Applications Close: Wednesday 9 July 2025, 11:55pm AEST

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