Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer
Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer
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$ 96768 - 104450
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Job Description
Senior Animal Technologist Training Officer
Job No.:680724
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Fixed-term appointment until 16 February 2026
Remuneration: $96768 - $104450 pa HEW Level 06 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Contribute to the optimum welfare of laboratory animals
- Provide high-quality training to staff and researchers
- Be a part of an inclusive collaborative team
The Opportunity
Come and join the Monash Animal Research Platform (MARP) as Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer where you will play a vital role of organising and coordinating the training of MARP staff and Monash University researchers.
A key aspect of this role is promoting animal welfare in accordance with legislative and regulatory industry codes of practice departmental standard operating procedures and university policies ensuring all animal-related work adheres to high ethical and welfare standards.
In addition to providing comprehensive training and technical education this role includes assisting the Veterinary Program Manager in planning developing and implementing training programs on topics such as husbandry breeding and genetics barrier maintenance and techniques for all research animals within MARP. By ensuring a compliant and safe operating environment the Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer monitors the quality and consistency of training practices.
We are seeking candidates with a Diploma of Applied Science (Animal Technology) and relevant work experience in a laboratory animal facility or an equivalent combination of knowledge training and extensive experience in an animal facility environment. Essential skills include practical experience with laboratory animal breeding husbandry systems and techniques as well as experience in training and record-keeping.
If you are passionate about animal welfare and eager to contribute to the biomedical research community we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunitywho are able to demonstrate and present valid and current Australian work rights.
About Monash University
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We value difference anddiversity and welcome and celebrate everyones contributions lived experience and expertise. Thats why we champion aninclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply please refer to How to apply for Monash Jobs. Please ensure your cover letter highlights your key offerings to this position.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilities neurodiverse people and people of all genders sexualities and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments please contact us at in an email titled Reasonable Adjustments Request for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role as determined by the University.
Enquiries:Dr Narelle Price Veterinary Program Manager
Position Description:Senior Animal Technologist - Training Officer
Applications Close: Wednesday 9 July 2025 11:55pm AEST
Supporting a diverse workforce
Monash University recognises that its Australian campuses are located on the unceded lands of the people of the Kulin nations and pays its respects to their elders past and present.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
