Animal Technician, CSIRO

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Geelong

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

73000.00 - 93000.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

The Large Animal Facility (LAF) supports CSIRO science and research teams in biocontainment large animal services. The role involves supporting infectious disease research at PC3 & PC4 containment levels, providing expert animal care and welfare, collecting and managing samples, collaborating with scientists and veterinarians, and upholding rigorous standards. The position is ideal for those passionate about science, animal welfare, and impactful research.

Job Responsibility:

Animal husbandry and welfare - Apply knowledge of animal care and behaviour, ensuring ethical treatment and compliance with approved protocols
technical support in containment – Assist with research procedures and collect biological samples from animals in PC3/PC4 microbiological containment
compliance & ethics – Ensure adherence to Animal Ethics Committee protocols and microbiological security regulations
collaboration & communication – Liaise effectively with scientists, veterinarians, and technical team members to support research outcomes
record keeping & quality systems – Maintain accurate records and contribute to the development of monitoring and compliance systems
facility operations – Support the running of multiple animal facilities, including manual labour and logistical problem-solving
flexibility & teamwork – Participate in rostered weekend and after-hours work, and foster strong team relationships
safety & standards – Uphold CSIRO’s values, safety policies, and contribute to a culture of Zero harm

Requirements:

A tertiary qualification in a relevant field (science, agriculture, veterinary, nursing), or demonstrated 3+ years equivalent experience
prior experience with husbandry and handling a broad range of species, such as domestic livestock, laboratory animals, and/or wildlife
willingness to work with animals infected with serious zoonotic disease agents, following appropriate training, including the wearing of personal protective equipment (biocontainment suits inclusive)
demonstrated ability to work productively and harmoniously in a team, as well as the ability to work independently towards team goals
a flexible approach to be available as part of the team roster for weekend and after-hours work
excellent computer literacy and data management skills

Nice to have:

Prior experience in working within a quality assurance system
demonstrated ability to perform technical procedures such as the collection of biological samples from animals
demonstrated ability to maintain and understand accurate records in a research and diagnostic facility
experience in working at high levels of bio-containment (BSL3 or 4)
an understanding of working with Animal Ethics and Protocols

What we offer:

Work in a world-class research & development precinct
supportive, rewarding, inclusive and truly collaborative environment
up to 15.4% superannuation
flexible work arrangements
leave entitlements
career development opportunities
diverse and inclusive teams
equal employment opportunity organization
child safety focused policies

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 29, 2025

Expiration:
September 30, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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