Gnotobiotic Animal Technical Officer

The University of Queensland Biological Resources (UQBR) manages the Biological Resources Facility (BRF) on behalf of TRI. The facility was commissioned in 2013, operates as a TRI core facility and is critical to successful research outcomes. The Translational Research Institute (TRI) is a unique, Australian-first initiative of ‘bench to bedside' medical research. TRI combines clinical and translational research to advance progress from laboratory discovery to application in the community.

The role

This role's main purpose is to provide a high quality care and monitoring of animals, take part in projects involving animal research conducted by researchers from The University of Queensland and the Translational Research Institute. This position will involve additional speciality training, working in the Gnotobiotic Facility.

Medical Clearance: Working with laboratory animals is an inherent requirement of the position.  Your appointment is therefore subject to, and conditional upon, satisfactory medical clearance(s), including disclosure of relevant medical history, to undertake such work without unreasonable risk to your health and safety.  In addition, the Employee is required to fully comply with necessary ongoing health monitoring procedures and control measures associated with the position.

The person

Applicants should possess qualifications and experience in relevant disciplines. You should also have a strong desire to develop a successful and highly-productive career in laboratory animal industry.  The person will have demonstrated experience in animal husbandry, procedures and care, equipment processing and general facility up keep, strong communication skills and attention to detail. Experience working in a gnotobiotic or germ free setting would be desirable or the applicant should have the ability to obtain the relevant skills and experience.

You may be required to obtain satisfactory medical clearance(s) as part of the criteria for the role. 

Remuneration

We are currently advertising for two full time, 3 year fixed term positions at HEW Level 4. The remuneration package will be in the range $59,430 - $63,306 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $69,533 - $74,068 p.a.).

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Rona Barugahare on +61 7 3343 7152 or email r.barugahare@uq.edu.au.  To submit an application for this role, use the apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

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You must have valid Australian work rights to apply for this role.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.