The Role

The Manager Animal Ethics is responsible for the management and leadership of the Animal Ethics function and the development and implementation of initiatives and programs which align with the University’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025.

The role will provide expert advice and training to researchers on animal ethics matters, and develop policies, procedures, guidelines and internal processes to ensure that the University's research is conducted according to the highest ethical and safety standards.

The role will also be responsible for ongoing business and process improvement to ensure the University is well placed to respond to a changing higher education and compliance landscape and take advantage of new opportunities to strengthen research operations.

As the Manager Animal Ethics, you will be in a key leadership position within the ethics team, working closely with the University’s Animal Care and Ethics Committee (ACEC), researchers, and senior leaders. You will be able to lead business improvement initiatives and provide leadership and management for the animal ethics team and operations.

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About You

You will have:

• Relevant qualifications, experience working with animals in research, and a good understanding and knowledge of animal welfare
• Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship building skills
• Experience designing and implementing researcher development activities and initiatives

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

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.

Our University

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 promotes and enhances the University's strong and vibrant research culture by attracting, training and supporting researchers and industry partnerships to solve real-world problems.

The Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Research is responsible for key functions underpinning and facilitating research, including research ethics and integrity, researcher development, and research performance and impact.

Conditions & Benefits

Salary range (HEW8) is $102,667 to $119,778 plus 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

This is a 3- year fixed term, full time position and is located at the Callaghan Campus.

For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please visit here.

How to Apply

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.

Note: Please download the Position Description, found in the related documents below, prior to starting your application.

Your application must include:

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for the position
• A statement addressing the 4 selection criteria below (4 pages max)

1. Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
2. Experience working with animals used in research including knowledge of animal welfare, animal ethics, and research ethics requirements.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislative requirements and best practice in the welfare and use of animals for teaching and research.
4. Effective written and verbal communication skills including the ability to design and implement researcher development activities and initiatives in the field of laboratory animal science and animal welfare.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

For additional information on the position contact Prof Brian Kelly, Pro Vice-Chancellor Research.

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us on employment@newcastle.edu.au

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Closing date: Thursday, 10 November 2022 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!