The Opportunity
Lead a dynamic program of veterinary care, research animal skills training and scientific services at the Monash Animal Research Platform (MARP). At the centre of a skilled and committed veterinary team, this position drives excellence in animal welfare and research support. It ensures the highest standards of quality and compliance, while building powerful collaborations between the animal services team, researchers and external partners. We welcome applications from across the globe and offer visa sponsorship and relocation support to ensure a seamless move. International candidates can click here for additional information.
This role shapes the future of MARP’s veterinary care, scientific services and training programs, creating a workforce that is highly skilled, motivated and committed to best practice. It combines expert technical advice with innovation, adopting new technologies and using data-driven insights to elevate animal welfare and service quality. By strengthening capability and innovation, this role helps deliver biomedical research that makes a real difference on a global scale.
Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and expertise, form the foundation for success in this role. Registration or eligibility for registration as a Veterinary Surgeon in Victoria is essential, along with deep knowledge of research animal management, animal welfare and regulatory compliance.
This is the opportunity to lead veterinary and scientific services that directly shape exceptional animal welfare and research outcomes. Join MARP in advancing a mission that combines technical excellence, innovation and collaboration at the highest level.
About Monash University
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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
Addressing the key selection criteria is optional, however please ensure your cover letter highlights your key offerings to this position. For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
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, neurodivergent 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 hr-recruitment@monash.edu 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 Christine Findlay, General Manager, Christine.Findlay@monash.edu
Position Description: Veterinary and Scientific Services Manager
Applications Close: Sunday 14 September 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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