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Animal Technician

The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical...

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Australia , Parkville ▼

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Research and Development

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Employment contract

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75845.00 - 80496.00 AUD / Year
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An excellent opportunity is available for an Animal Technician to join the Bioservices Department at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.

Job Responsibility:

  • Undertake tasks associated with the care, husbandry and maintenance of genetically manipulated mice in the facility
  • Mouse husbandry, breeding, cleaning of cages and equipment and record keeping
  • Observational skills must be particularly attuned to the health and welfare of the animals under their care
  • Assist researchers with techniques such as tissue removal and injections
  • Ensuring husbandry and animal health and welfare monitoring is carried out to the highest standard according to training protocols and SOP’s
  • Ensuring breeding programs are established and maintained as per instructions
  • Meeting researcher needs for assistance with techniques
  • Ensuring all records are kept up to date and accurate and that all communications are highly professional

Requirements:

  • Completion of Diploma of Animal Technology (or equivalent)
  • At least 4 years practical experience with mice in a research environment
  • Familiarity with all relevant regulatory instruments
  • Good computer literacy
  • Proficiency in a range of techniques commonly used in a mouse research facility
  • Conscientious
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good observation skills and attention to detail
  • Flexible and cooperative
  • Ability to work individually and as a team
  • Motivated to make a difference in animal based medical research
  • Displays Institute values and embraces Institute culture
  • Available to work on some rostered public holidays, institute holidays and weekends
What we offer:
  • Very attractive salary packaging options are available for general living expenses, meal entertainment, novated leasing and more
  • 12% superannuation payable, plus up to a further 5% after the first 6 months of service via our matching superannuation scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Expiration:
March 01, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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