Animal Technician (62,100 – 67,600 pa) and Senior Animal Technician (70,300 – 80,500 p.a) depending on experience As an ABR Animal Technician, you will join our team of highly trained professionals and contribute to vital medical research by caring for precious research mice. More information about ABR can be found here: https://abr.org.au/ As an ABR Animal Technician, your primary responsibilities will be centred around ensuring the welfare of the mice. There are both full time and part time positions available. These duties will include ( but are not limited to ) : Providing a high level of care to ensure animals are maintained in a healthy state including: food, water, and a clean cage; Monitoring animal health and welfare Checking for pregnancy and litters born Prepare mice for transport to facilities Australia wide Setting up breeding pairs (under the guidance of senior staff) Collect samples for genotyping and health monitoring Maintaining accurate records using our bespoke online Animal Management System.
Business Details
- Business Name
- Australian BioResources
- Business Location
- Moss Vale, NSW 2577
Job Details
- Salary
- $60k-$70k
- Job Hours
- 38 hours per week (7.30am til 4pm)
Skills Required
To be successful in this role, you will need to: Be committed to animal welfare and care Possess strong observational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Be reliable, patient, trustworthy and adaptable Be able to work individually and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Be able to work independently and safely with quality as one of the key focus points Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner, complying with ABR policies and undertaking improvements where required Follow ABR safety rules, WHS & wellbeing directives, procedures, standards and regulations and actively work towards improvement of safe working practices Work in compliance with all ABR quality assurance programs, animal ethics and quarantine protocols You will need your own transportation You will be required to work as per the ABR Animal Technician roster and be able to participate in shifts covering some Weekends and some Public Holidays
Contact Details
Email enquiries@abr.org.au and apply online at https://garvan.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/garvan_institute/details/Animal-Technician---Moss-Vale_PRF7556