Biomedical Sciences Animal Facility Manager
The University of Melbourne Parkville, Victoria, Australia- Opening Date: 02-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 09-Sep-2024
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
- UOM 8 – $119,742 – $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
- Oversee facility operations, including planning, budgeting, safety, animal care, and training, to achieve strategic goals for resource development and infrastructure.
- Liaise with veterinarians, represent the facility in audits and inspections (OGTR, OHS, AEC), and manage orders, finances, and imports.
- Communicate with stakeholders, assist with SOP revisions, manage staff leave and AMS requests, and contribute to annual reports and risk assessments.
- A degree or diploma in Science or Applied Science (Animal Technology).
- Experience operating in a biological research facility at a senior level.
- Familiarity with the database used across the Bioresources platform.
- Understanding of a wide variety of animal-based techniques.
- Familiarity with the regulatory system governing research including the 'Code', Prevention of Cruelty to Animal Act and OGTR.
- Generous leave provisions
- Salary packaging
- Health and well-being services
- Discounts on graduate courses
- This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Biomedical Sciences Animal Facility Manager
Job no: 0063744
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Business Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UOM 8 – $119,742 – $129,607 p.a. plus 17% super
Oversee animal facility operations, ensuring animal welfare and regulatory compliance.
Manage a specialized facility producing over 300 genetically modified rodent strains.
Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
This position is a professional development opportunity for University of Melbourne staff. Only current Continuing, Fixed-Term, and Casual staff are eligible to apply. Eligible staff wishing to apply must update their profile on the application page to indicate they are ‘currently employed by the University of Melbourne’. This will confirm eligibility for positions that are open to internal staff applicants only.
About the Role
This role oversees a team of 13 managing an animal facility producing 300+ strains of genetically modified rodents. The incumbent will ensure animal welfare, assist across the Melbourne Bioresources Platform, and primarily manage the Biomedical Science Animal facility in the Medical Building. They will liaise with suppliers, handle invoicing, and manage interstate/international animal imports/exports. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, pleasant, an excellent writer, and deeply understands compliance in biological resource facilities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Oversee facility operations, including planning, budgeting, safety, animal care, and training, to achieve strategic goals for resource development and infrastructure.
- Liaise with veterinarians, represent the facility in audits and inspections (OGTR, OHS, AEC), and manage orders, finances, and imports.
- Communicate with stakeholders, assist with SOP revisions, manage staff leave and AMS requests, and contribute to annual reports and risk assessments.
Who we are looking for
We seek a highly experienced Science or Applied Science professional with expertise in animal technology and a proven track record in biological research facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of various animal-based techniques, familiarity with our database and regulatory frameworks, and excellent communication and organisational skills.
You will also have:
- A degree or diploma in Science or Applied Science (Animal Technology).
- Experience operating in a biological research facility at a senior level.
- Familiarity with the database used across the Bioresources platform.
- Understanding of a wide variety of animal-based techniques.
- Familiarity with the regulatory system governing research including the “Code”, Prevention of Cruelty to Animal Act and OGTR.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Business Services
Business Services provides a full range of class leading information technology, facilities management, finance, HR and health and safety services to all operating entities of the University. The Planning and Assurance team works with the leadership team across these functions to ensure service delivery meets operational and strategic needs and that opportunities for improvement are prioritised and implemented. The team also supports planning and governance for the portfolio and delivers people initiatives that make Business Services a dynamic and rewarding place to work.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ethan Khamly via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
Advertised: 02 Sep 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Sep 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
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