The Opportunity
Advance your career as a Senior Animal Technologist at the Monash Animal Research Platform (MARP) and make a meaningful impact to biomedical research.
As a Senior Animal Technologist, you will assist the facility manager with the daily operations of a designated unit, overseeing work planning, prioritisation and delivering excellence in welfare in animal production, care and experimentation. As an active operational team member, you role will involve a blend of hands-on technical duties and supervisory activities. You will provide researchers with high-quality animals and actively support research projects, delivering professional and efficient service. Additionally, you will support, supervise, and train other team members in animal husbandry, techniques, care and welfare.
The Senior Animal Technologist is expected to maintain up-to-date specialist knowledge of new and innovative methodology, equipment, technology, data management and analysis. The role will work closely with management in the implementation of changes to practices and training as required.
We are seeking someone with a Diploma of Applied Science (Animal Technology) with subsequent relevant work experience in a research animal facility environment or an equivalent combination of relevant knowledge, training or experience. A genuine passion for working with animals and a collaborative work ethic are essential.
Come and join us at the Monash Animal Research Platform, we have a competitive salary and benefits and we look forward to you joining our inclusive, collaborative team. If you believe you fit this profile, we look forward to receiving your application.
Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity who are able to demonstrate present valid and current Australian work rights.
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
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, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
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: Cherelle Baldock, Animal Facility Manager,+61 3 9905 4293
Position Description: Senior Animal Technologist
Applications Close: Wednesday 5 November 2025,11:55pm AEDT
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