About QIMR Berghofer:

QIMR Berghofer is a world-leading translational medical research institute focused on improving health by developing new diagnostics, better treatments and prevention strategies, specifically in the areas of Cancer, Infection and Inflammation, Brain and Mental Health, and Population Health. Based in Herston, Brisbane and working in close collaboration with clinicians and other research institutes, QIMR Berghofer is home to more than 600 scientists, students and non-research staff.

 

About Your Team:

The Scientific Services Department provides a diverse array of support services to researchers; including flow cytometry, microscopy, histology, GMP production, animal facilities, veterinary, analytical facilities, sample processing, scientific equipment management, and cryogenics.

This position will join the Animal Facility team, which is a vital component of the Institute. The facility is world-class and one of the largest in Australia.

 

Role Purpose / Responsibilities: 

Applications are invited for an experienced Animal Technician to join our team.

The following duties apply:

• Ensure work practices comply with the requirements of the Work Health and Safety Act, related legislative requirements, the Institute’s Work Health & Safety (WH&S) policies and procedures and the Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) recommendations
• Prepare food and water and care for breeding and research animals to ensure animals are maintained in healthy condition within an enriched environment
• Maintain accurate records of animal numbers, agistment, breeding, weaning and health status
• Provide clean cages for animals including operation of steam autoclaves and cleaning equipment
• Maintain animal holding rooms in clean and disease-free status and dispose of waste materials in accordance with legislation and facility standard operating procedures.
• Perform sample collection, dietary supplementation and euthanasia procedures.
• Ensure that all work on, and with, animals in the facility complies with Australian Code of Practice
• Assist senior staff with daily duties and tasks when required.

 

About you:

• Certificate III Animal Technology or equivalent, or progress towards completion
• Proven and demonstrated knowledge of animal husbandry
• Proven and demonstrated abilities in animal handling techniques
• Proven ability to keep and maintain accurate records with high level of accuracy
• Proven ability to work well in a team and independently
• Capacity to meet deadlines and to follow tasks through to completion

Does this sound like you? We would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the position description on the QIMR Berghofer Careers website for a full list of responsibilities and key selection criteria.

 

Remuneration: Salary range is $63,916 to $68,360 plus super and generous salary packaging. This is a full-time, permanent appointment.

For further information:  please contact Animal Facility Manager, Michael Damjancuk Michael.Damjancuk@qimrb.edu.au

Closing Date:  Wednesday, 26 March 2025

 

To submit an application: use the APPLY button. All applicants must supply the following documents: Resume and Cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the Position Description.

 

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

 

What we offer:

• Salary Packaging
• State of the art facilities
• Stimulating work setting focussed on cutting edge medical research
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Parental Leave provisions

 

 

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