Nedlands, Australia

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Posted on: 18/02/2026 – Application Deadline: 05/03/2026

The Opportunity

As a part of The Kids Research Institute Australia, our Bioresources facility is a state-of-the-art, PC2 facility for breeding and holding experimental animals, particularly mice, which are used by our researchers in their mission to improve the health, development and lives of children through excellence in research.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Bioresources Technician to join this high-performing team and provide excellent quality animals for research whilst ensuring the highest standards in breeding and animal welfare.

Reporting to the Bioresources Manager, you will work in a small, yet dedicated team whose passion is the welfare of the animals in their care. You will support our researchers in their work by providing an optimal environment for the production of high-quality animals used for medical research whilst contributing to a positive work environment and culture.

Your duties will include but not be limited to:

Daily care of breeding and research animals including animal husbandry, breeding colony maintenance, environmental monitoring, record keeping, welfare checks and facility sanitation.
Assist in the logging in and unpacking of incoming animals from other institutions.
Operate autoclave, cage washer and any other animal facility or Lab Services equipment as required.
Assisting in the training of researchers on animal ethics best practice.

Conveniently located within Perth Children’s Hospital, this ongoing position offers 30 hours per week, including regular Tuesday–Friday hours from 6:30am–2:30pm, with additional ad hoc Saturday hours varying depending on workload (typically around 3 hours).

About You

The ideal applicant will be an effective team player and will have previous experience working in an animal facility. You will have knowledge of breeding systems and animal husbandry and understand the importance of the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.

Along with this, the successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate the following:

Ability to work independently and effectively within a small team.
Physical fitness and capability to assist with manual work (such as lifting boxes and equipment).
Sound administrative skills and computer literacy.
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:

Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy:

Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

How to Apply

If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.

Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact recruitment@thekids.org.au.

Contact Name: Carla Smith

Contact Email: carla.smith@thekids.org.au

Closing Date: 04/03/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.

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