The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

 

This position is open to all staff.

• Part time (Tuesdays & Thursdays) 12-month fixed term opportunity
• Based at the Research Support Unit at HMRI
• Provide guidance to University researchers ensuring the guinea pig colony is well looked after

 

Look to the future 

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

The Research and Innovation Division is responsible for facilitating and supporting the research enterprise and cultivate a strong and vibrant research culture at the University. The Division works to attract, train and support researchers, and partner with industry to solve real-world problems. Under the leadership of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation), the Division is also responsible for implementing a transformative agenda of service delivery in research and the University’s commitment to equity and access, while continuing to ensure the foundation of quality assurance, and research excellence. We are reshaping our division with an increased focus on research development and innovation activities to deliver on the Looking Ahead Strategic Plan (2020-2025).

The Animal Services Unit facilitates the housing and management of animals and provides quality care and technical support to ensure all services align with the University’s and legislative requirements, policies and objectives.

 

Be challenged and imagine with us

As the Animal Technical Officer it will be your responsibility to maintain the guinea pig breeding colony including hands-on facility maintenance and animal care. You will be working in close collaboration with University researchers and allocating the animals to them. You will do so by providing guidance and scheduling their daily activities, ensuring that staff are trained to observe the welfare of animals and the requirements of the legislation. It will be your responsibility to ensure that researchers understand and adhere to policies and procedures in support of the University’s animal-based research effort.

This is a 12-month fixed term, part time (Tuesdays and Thursdays) job-sharing position and is located at the Research Support Unit at John Hunter Hospital. All staff are asked to be available for occasional work on weekends.

For additional information on the position contact Geoff Dandie, Acting Associate Director, Research Infrastructure

 

How will you inspire us?

You will have:

• Completion of a degree in a relevant discipline; or completion of a TAFE course in animal technology or veterinary nursing with subsequent relevant work-related experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Significant experience in the care and husbandry of a guinea pig breeding colony and species-specific animal handling skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate a medium complexity animal research facility in a competitive research environment, including the co-ordination of animal care staff.
• Highly developed communication skills and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet competing deadlines and work in a team environment.
• Commitment to animal welfare and sound knowledge of the ethical framework and legislation governing the use of animals in research, including the role of the Animal Care and Ethics Committee.
• Strong computer skills, including the use of databases and spreadsheets to produce reports.
• Demonstrated knowledge of workplace obligations to, and experience in leading and cultivating workplace practices and behaviours that promote, support and maintain a safe, healthy, equitable, diverse and respectful workplace; including responding appropriately to adverse accidents, incidents, behaviours, issues, reports and the like.
• Ability to work outside of routine business hours when required. Able to participate in weekend/holiday roster.

 

Conditions & Benefits

The University of Newcastle is a Top 200 University in the world by QS World University Rankings 2021and a Top 10 University in Australia.

The remuneration for this position is from $69,900 to $81,085 plus 10% superannuation with UniSuper.

From a flexible working environment to discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships, we offer access to a wide range of employee benefits including salary packaging.

You can learn more about these at https://www.newcastle.edu.au/about-uon/jobs-at-uon/benefits-at-a-glance

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.

 

Let’s create this future together. Here’s how to join:

Click on 'Apply for this job'. Your application will be assessed on essential criteria. Read all information about the role so you understand what is required.

 

 Submitting your application. Please note: your application must include:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria found on the Position Description (4 pages max)
•  your CV with contact details for three relevant referees.

Before submitting your application please read the important information and useful tips on what to include - available via this link: Submitting your application

Additional information about our application process is available via this link: Application Process

Please click here to access the Position Description.

 

If you have any difficulties uploading your application please telephone HR Services (+61 2)4033 9999 - and press 2- during business hours (AEST) or email: employment@newcastle.edu.au

 

Closing date: Sunday 1 August 2021 at 11.59pm

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

 

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