• UQ Biological Resources
• Full-time fixed-term position for up to three years
• Base salary will be in the range $74,534.32 - $79,026.19 +17% Superannuation (HEW Level 4)
• Floating position based at our Translational Research Institute and working across all areas of Animal Facilities

About This Opportunity

As an Animal Technical Assistant, you will provide expert care for laboratory animals (primarily rodents) while ensuring high standards of welfare, breeding program success, and regulatory compliance. You will also contribute to research activities by performing specialised procedures, administering treatments, and supporting ethical review processes.

This role is intended to provide coverage during staff leave periods and will require working across various areas of the business unit, depending on operational needs. We are seeking a reliable and flexible individual who can help ensure consistent animal care and operational continuity across the unit.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Provide high-quality care and husbandry for laboratory rodents.
• Manage breeding colonies, monitor performance, and maintain accurate records.
• Administer treatments and perform specialized procedures, including euthanasia.
• Conduct routine and advanced research procedures in compliance with ethical standards.
• Review and provide feedback on animal ethics applications.
• Prepare and administer restricted drugs for research purposes.
• Train and supervise staff, researchers, and students in animal procedures and facility operations.
• Maintain cage hygiene and operate sterilization equipment.
• Support health monitoring programs and pathology sample preparation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Participate in a weekend/public holiday roster as needed.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including flexible start and finish times
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Completion of a Diploma or Certificate III level qualification in the animal technology industry or other related fields, or an equivalent combination of relevant work-related experience and/or Education/Training.
• Demonstrated experience in managing Complex Genetically Modified rodent production, colony management and genotyping techniques.
• Demonstrated significant experience in small laboratory animal care facilities
• Demonstrated understanding of the relevant regulatory requirements in regards to Animal Ethics, Biosafety, Biosecurity and Occupational Health and Safety
• Demonstrated experience and competence with techniques in rodents (injections, sample collection, surgery and euthanasia)
• Demonstrated experience in supervision and training of staff/students

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, medical clearance and mandatory immunisations

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tanya Lennane at t.lennane@uq.edu.au

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

Other Information

Medical Clearance: Working with laboratory animals is an inherent requirement of the position. The 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.

Vaccinations and Immunisation: It is a condition of employment for this role that if you are required now or in the future, to work or interact in Queensland Health clinical facility; or in an equivalent, clinical health facility; or health care role; or will be required to perform work tasks that put you at risk of exposure to vaccine-preventable disease you are required to be immunised against, and remain immunised against, certain vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) in accordance with the University's Vaccinations and Immunisation Guidelines (PPL 2.60.08). The employee is required to provide evidence of immunisation against VPDs.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Sunday 20th April 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-50285).