Animal Technician, CSIRO

Animal Technician

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Geelong

Category:
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Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

73567.00 - 93630.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

We’re seeking two Animal Technicians to join the Small Animal Facility team at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) in Geelong. This hands-on role supports vital research into zoonotic diseases within high-containment environments (PC1–PC4). You’ll be responsible for animal husbandry, sample collection, data recording, and promoting animal welfare in collaboration with scientists and veterinarians. Weekend and occasional shift work may be required. Security clearance, health checks, and vaccinations are mandatory.

Job Responsibility:

Perform high-standard animal husbandry and monitor animal behaviour daily
Assist with sample collection and support research involving infectious diseases
Promote animal welfare and ensure compliance with ethical protocols
Liaise with scientists and vets to support research and maintain accurate records
Help improve monitoring systems and uphold facility quality standards

Requirements:

A Bachelor of animal-related science or agriculture or demonstrated equivalent relevant experience
Experience with husbandry and handling a broad range of species, such as domestic livestock, laboratory animals, and/or wildlife
Demonstrated ability to perform technical procedures, such as collection of biological samples from animals
Willingness to work with animals infected with serious zoonotic disease agents, following appropriate training, including the wearing of personal protective equipment (biocontainment suits inclusive)
A flexible approach to be available as part of the team roster for weekend and after-hours work
Demonstrated familiarity with the Australian Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes
Ability to fulfill ACDP ‘Special Requirements’ as outlined in the position description

What we offer:

15.4% superannuation
flexible work arrangements
career development opportunities
range of leave entitlements

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 02, 2025

Expiration:
October 29, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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