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The position
The role of Animal Technician is to support the capability for use of animals for research purposes within the microbiologically secure containment facility at the CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AAHL). The Large Animal Facility (LAF) capability is essential for the support AAHL's Emergency Disease Response and research obligations. The LAF team are a core group of highly trained technical staff that contribute to various animal research projects. The demands of the work are at Biocontainment levels BSL3 & BSL4 and requires professional and team oriented staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for the research, animal and staff welfare.
As the Animal Technician you will have responsibilities which include provision of animal husbandry, collection of samples from infected research animals, data collection and storage, liaison with scientists and veterinarians, promotion of animal welfare and development of quality assurance systems. This work takes place in the microbiological containment facility and there is a particular focus on zoonotic diseases. If successful, you will be required to and undertake a pre-employment medical and psychological assessment, and be vaccinated against various diseases. You must also be willing and able to meet AAHL’s microbiological security and security assessment requirements.
More specifically you will:
Location: AAHL, Geelong, VIC
Salary: $62K - $79K plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Job reference: 58959
To be successful you will need:
Before you apply please view the full position details and selection criteria here: Position description document
The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)
We imagine. We collaborate. We innovate. At CSIRO, we do the extraordinary every day. We innovate for tomorrow and help improve today – for our customers, all Australians and the world. We do this by using science and technology to solve real issues. Diversity is the compass that navigates our innovation. We provide an inclusive workplace that respects, values and actively pursues the benefits of a diverse workforce.
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you.
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The CSIRO Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AAHL)
AAHL helps protect Australia’s multi-billion dollar livestock and aquaculture industries, and the general public, from emerging infectious disease threats. It is a high-containment facility designed to allow scientific research into the most dangerous infectious agents in the world.
How to apply: If you wish to apply for this position, please upload 1 document only containing your cover letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role as defined in the Position Details Document.
Applications close: 10 February 2019
Note: This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not re-apply.