The primary site for this position is: Melbourne

Close date: Mon, 3 Oct 2022 11:59pm

• Global leader in medical research, discovery and innovation
• Excellent working culture
• PartTime 0.6 FTE - Fixed Term contract TAP 3

About Hudson Institute

The Hudson Institute of Medical Research is a leading Australian medical research institute recognised internationally for discovery science and translational research into four key areas: reproductive health and pregnancy, infant and child health, inflammation and cancer. By keeping the bigger picture in mind, we improve the health of our society through innovative preventative approaches, treatments and devices for patients.

More than 470 scientists and students work in our world-class laboratories at the Monash Precinct with our partners Monash Health and Monash University. Our integrated research teams include clinicians and nurses who both inform research programs based on patient need and advance these discoveries back to the clinic.

About the Role:

The Animal Technician performs a range of duties to maintain and breed laboratory animals in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the ethical care of animals. The role also involves compiling accurate, timely records for researchers and providing optimum animal welfare conditions at all times. In performing these tasks, the Animal Technician plays a key role in enabling MARP to deliver services to its many clients.

About You:

• Completion or near completion of an Associate Diploma of Applied Science (Animal Technology); or a combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience, preferably in the animal or biomedical research industry.
• Working knowledge with large animals, breeding systems and animal husbandry.
• Prior experience in performing animal technical services with rodents and/or large animals (such as injections and collections, euthanasia, identification)
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including:

o   Victorian legislation: Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 Vic and Regulations 1997

o   Regulatory bodies protocol and procedures: Office of the Genetic Technology Regulator (OGTR) and Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS)

o   Industry standards: Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes and NHMRC Policy on the Use of Non-Human Primates for Scientific Purposes

o   DPI – Pest Animal Species Permit

• Sound administrative skills, including sound computer literacy, animal laboratory record keeping experience and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and plan workload to meet deadlines.
• Staff supervisory experience with high levels of interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to problem solve with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as an effective member of a team as well as independently under routine supervision.
• Experience with specialised machinery (such as irradiator, laminar flow, box and bottle washers, Biosafety class 2 hoods, autoclave, change stations) is desirable.

If you want to build your future with an organisation that is all about making an impact, improving lives and inspiring others please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the above criteria. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Closing date –  5pm Monday 3rd October 2022

​Hudson Institute is committed to empowering our people and harnessing their diversity to build an inclusive and equitable work environment. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait islanders, diverse cultures and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identifies, and all age groups to apply.

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