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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

-Senior Technician role in a PC2 medical research facility.-Manage transgenic and knockout mouse breeding and experimental colonies, ensuring optimal conditions and experimental outcomes.-Supervise and train junior animal care staff and research staff in daily duties, including feeding, cleaning, and health monitoring.-Conduct monthly staff orientations, covering facility tours, equipment usage, surgical techniques, and compliance protocols.-Coordinate and facilitate research… Show more -Senior Technician role in a PC2 medical research facility.-Manage transgenic and knockout mouse breeding and experimental colonies, ensuring optimal conditions and experimental outcomes.-Supervise and train junior animal care staff and research staff in daily duties, including feeding, cleaning, and health monitoring.-Conduct monthly staff orientations, covering facility tours, equipment usage, surgical techniques, and compliance protocols.-Coordinate and facilitate research experiments, ensuring smooth execution of protocols for Principal Investigators.-Perform advanced procedures on mice (e.g., IP/SC injections, tail vein injections, gavage, cardiac and retro-orbital bleeds).-Review and assist in developing experimental protocols, prioritising animal welfare and regulatory compliance.-Maintain accurate records for AEC-approved projects, ensuring compliance with ethical standards.-Conduct regular health screenings to maintain a pathogen-free environment.-Oversee inventory management and ordering of consumables for the Biological Testing Facility.-Coordinate annual stock takes to ensure proper inventory levels and timely supply replenishment. Show less

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• 2 + years working in a PC1/ PC2 laboratory animal facility.• Demonstrated experience managing transgenic and knockout mouse breeding colonies and settingup new lines.• Routine mouse and Rat husbandry, health monitoring and treatment.• Cage and room hygiene, cage wash, preparation of materials and utensils for sterilization/autoclaving.• Maintaining appropriate records relating to both in house colonies and AWC projects, thedevelopment and implementation of new… Show more • 2 + years working in a PC1/ PC2 laboratory animal facility.• Demonstrated experience managing transgenic and knockout mouse breeding colonies and settingup new lines.• Routine mouse and Rat husbandry, health monitoring and treatment.• Cage and room hygiene, cage wash, preparation of materials and utensils for sterilization/autoclaving.• Maintaining appropriate records relating to both in house colonies and AWC projects, thedevelopment and implementation of new recording methods. Experience using Microsoft Word,Excel, and Mosaic software applications.• Ordering and receiving of new stock and animals using the WorkPro application.• Sample collections and genotyping, extensive experience in Transnetyx and Garvan submissions.• Concern and compassion for animals within the facility, with a desire to continuously improvewelfare standards and procedures.• Review and development of new and current SOPs and Risk Assessments.• Regular meetings and discussions with researchers to discuss projects and colonies.• Euthanise animals humanely with Euthanax C°2 instrument and the handling/ post mortem of anyanimals that have died and require examination.• Supporting research staff by providing advice on animal ethics issues and ensuring all projects andprocedures are adhering to protocol guidelines.• Collaborating in the development and delivery of animal research ethics awareness and training.• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Show less

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Expert animal Husbandry and welfare standards.• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays.• Strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and cooperation with all staff members.• Consulting staff on topics related to animal care and the interpretation of animals to a youngaudience.• Assisting teachers with demonstrations and educational activities.• Assisting with lesson plans and practical sessions.• Processing orders and invoices for the live animal… Show more Expert animal Husbandry and welfare standards.• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays.• Strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and cooperation with all staff members.• Consulting staff on topics related to animal care and the interpretation of animals to a youngaudience.• Assisting teachers with demonstrations and educational activities.• Assisting with lesson plans and practical sessions.• Processing orders and invoices for the live animal department.• Record keeping and office administration.• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Show less

Sydney, Australia

The role focuses on interacting with visitors, children and VIPs of the museum, demonstrating an understanding of cultural and natural sciences, with the ability to translate information to all ages and backgrounds. I am also responsible for the welfare and husbandry of the live animal enclosures located in the various exhibits. The species I have been responsible for have ranged from insects and arthropods, to small mammals and reptiles. Presentations and demonstrations are a frequent role… Show more The role focuses on interacting with visitors, children and VIPs of the museum, demonstrating an understanding of cultural and natural sciences, with the ability to translate information to all ages and backgrounds. I am also responsible for the welfare and husbandry of the live animal enclosures located in the various exhibits. The species I have been responsible for have ranged from insects and arthropods, to small mammals and reptiles. Presentations and demonstrations are a frequent role which are altered depending on the audience age and relevance to the exhibit. I also manifest adept implementation and running of programmes and events. Recently, I been involved with the ‘Spiders’ exhibition which will be running from October 2016 to July 2017. This has required me to learn a new skill in Venom Extraction. As a live exhibits officer I will be demonstrating how to extract venom from various venomous spiders, whilst describing to observers the significance it has in science and research. Show less

Environmental Science (Salinity, Mercury and Seal) – Conducting appropriate tests on samples sent via clients, including but not limited to PH, electrical conductivity, TOC, TKN, Ammonia, Orthophosphate and available Nitrate. Utilisation of lab equipment and facilities such as PC Titrate, centrifuges, SEAL Analytical and Smart Chem 200. Key elements of the role include working within a fast paced environment with daily deadlines and targets whilst maintaining strong attention to detail… Show more Environmental Science (Salinity, Mercury and Seal) – Conducting appropriate tests on samples sent via clients, including but not limited to PH, electrical conductivity, TOC, TKN, Ammonia, Orthophosphate and available Nitrate. Utilisation of lab equipment and facilities such as PC Titrate, centrifuges, SEAL Analytical and Smart Chem 200. Key elements of the role include working within a fast paced environment with daily deadlines and targets whilst maintaining strong attention to detail, exceptional organisational abilities and consistent communication with other staff and departments. Show less

Retail Management and Consultancy - Managing a store whilst coordinating a team of 4 other employees, involving expert customer service skills whilst providing accurate and informative information on all aspects of animal welfare and nutrition. Tasks include making and placing orders, creating schedules, hiring and training ambassadors and nutritional consultations.

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), Zoology/ Marine Biology

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Btec Diploma, Animal Sciences