Opportunity

Agilex Biolabs is seeking to recruit an experienced Animal Technician to join the Toxicology Team at their Brisbane site on a full-time permanent basis.

As an Animal Technician – Toxicology you will support the conduct of preclinical studies for the evaluation of drug candidates within a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulated laboratory environment. The position will be involved in the the conduct of in-vivo toxicology and pharmacokinetic studies in rats and mice.

If you are an experienced, personable, engaging and motivated Animal Technician then we want to hear from you.

About you

• Laboratory animal certificate qualification or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. For example, a relevant degree in biomedical sciences or pharmaceutical sciences and experience with laboratory animal handling would be acceptable
• Experience in rodent animal handling, injection techniques and behavioural observations is essential
• Experience with basic laboratory tasks, including use of analytical balances, centrifuges and pipettes would be advantageous
• Experience with laboratory quality systems would be advantageous
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate documentation of work completed
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent planning, time management and organisational skills
• Proven ability to deliver tasks on time and with a high degree of accuracy
• Demonstrated initiative, trust and reliability and the ability to work unsupervised, yet be part of a broader team
• Intermediate MS office suite.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the conduct of rodent studies, including animal handling and dose administration and collection of study data including animal observations and body weight
• Support data analysis and preparation of data tables
• Perform equipment and facility maintenance tasks (including pipette and balance performance checks)
• Supporting the application, maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System and participating in internal and external quality audits as required
• Other duties as directed by Line Manager or delegate.

Why Agilex Biolabs

As the leading bioanalytical laboratory for clinical trials, Agilex Biolabs is known globally for its continued investment in the latest technology, and for attracting some of the leading scientists from Australia and around the world. We recognise that our people are our most valued asset. It is through our employees’ integrity, expertise, and hard work that we can provide high-quality bioanalytical services.

How to apply

To join our team, please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your skills and experience - please submit as one word or PDF document.

As we receive a high volume of applications for our vacancies, we will only contact you directly, should you be successful through to the next stage of our recruitment process.

You must also have full Australian working rights will be considered

No agencies please

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