Animal Research Assistant
Animal Research Assistant
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Job Description
The Garvan Institute of Medical Research brings together world leading researchers andclinicians collaborating locally and globally to improve human health. Our mission is to harness all the information encoded in our genome to better diagnose treat predict and prevent disease. From the individual patient with rare disease to the many thousands affected by complex widespread illness we are pioneering discoveries across diseases that have the deepest impact on our community.
Through our key scientific strengths in data genomics cellular translation and clinical science we aim to catalyse research from fundamental discovery to transformational impact. Enabled by cuttingedge technology and worldclass facilities and the support of our passionate Garvan family; our researchers and professional staff strive every day to create a future where everyone lives longer healthier lives.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Animal Research Assistant is a research role and the primary function is to perform animal based experiments for medical research and to support other research staff in their animal research. This position adds value to the Garvan Institute by providing animal research expertise. This position will be based in the Connie Johnson Breast Cancer Research Laboratory a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and researchers led by Prof Elgene Lim with a shared goal of improving outcomes in patients with Breast cancer.
Salary: Up to $70000 14 super salary packaging (depending on experience)
Employment Type: 1 year fixedterm contract
SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS
Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15900 general expenses $2650 meals/accom
Ample opportunities for ongoing training and development
Stimulating diverse and highly international research environment
Flexible work arrangements e.g. start / finish times
18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation
A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave conference leave community service and study leave
Discounted Health Insurance
Lifestyle discounts with our community partners
WHAT YOU WILL DO
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Adhere to Garvans Animal Ethics Monitoring Standards
Assist in preparation of animal ethics reports collection of and analysis of data and preparation of research outputs.
Monitor animals and diligently report health or behavioural abnormalities to more senior animal care staff
Adhere to strict monitoring welfare and husbandry procedures checklists and ethical standards for the care of animals
Administrative responsibilities such as animal despatch animal arrivals data entry regarding breeding welfare etc.
Prepare and administer medication to animals.
Carry out techniques such as surgery injections oral gavage bleeding administration of anaesthesia euthanasia and postmortems.
Routine use and maintenance of anaesthetic machine tail tattooing machine balance animal change station/biosafety cabinet computer station and associated IT equipment
Actively communicate with and support ABR/BTF team members to maintain the welfare and ethical monitoring standards of the animals in your care
Maintain up to date skills and knowledge of ethical monitoring policies protocols and checklists
Participate in ongoing professional development and training
Attend and proactively participate in team meetings
Be available to participate in shifts and work rosters covering weekends and public holidays
General responsibilities (applicable to all levels):
All staff are required to comply with Garvans workplace polices (as amended from time to time) and especially Garvans Work Health & Safety (WHS) Policy including working in accordance with the WHS management system at all times as safety is Garvans number one priority.
ABOUT YOU
EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Relevant University qualifications in animal technology or equivalent is preferred.
Possess a strong commitment to animal welfare and care
Experience in handling rodents
Basic knowledge of the husbandry housing and breeding of lab animals
Possess basic manipulation skills (i.e. injection technique euthanasia)
Excellent attention to detail and observational skills
Strong customer focus and commitment to quality
Good verbal and written communication skills
Reliability patience and must be trustworthy
The ability to work individually or as a member of a group
Ability to organise own time be able to schedule tasks using a work diary
A professional and caring approach
Ability and motivation to develop new skills and learn new procedures
ABOUT GARVAN
Garvan Institute of Medical Research is an independent Medical Research Institute (MRI) in Sydney delivering scientific and clinical impact on a global basis and in partnership with organisations that share our vision. We are proud to be one of Australias largest and most highly regarded MRIs.
Our vision is global leadership in discoveries to impact and our enduring purpose is to impact human health by harnessing information encoded in our genome.
We seek to see our worldclass discovery research achieve lifechanging impacts not only for individual patients with rare diseases but for the many thousands affected by complex common disease.
Garvan promotes a diverse workplace and is committed to the principles of equity diversity inclusion and belonging. We are always looking for culture add not culture fit and are building diverse teams with great sets of complementary styles and skills to help deliver our important work effectively.
HOW TO APPLY
submit your application with a CV and cover letter as one document stating why you are interested in this role. We are reviewing applications as they are received. If you think youre the right person for this role wed love to hear how your capabilities achievements and experience set you apart. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.
Employment Type
Full-Time
