- Full-time, 1-year contract (parental leave cover)
- Generous salary packaging options
- Based in Melbourne
The opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Animal Ethics Manager to oversee our Animal Ethics Office. The appointee will be responsible for managing the operations of the Animal Ethics Office and providing administrative support to the two Animal Ethics Committees (AECs). This includes providing training and education opportunities for Alfred Research Alliance Members, managing the animal use licences for the various Alliance organisations and coordinating the inspections of animal facilities and monitoring compliance.
The successful applicant will be highly motivated, with a strong background in administration, research governance and the development of systems and processes.
Key duties
In this role you will be expected to:
- Manage the Animal Ethics Office team and ensure that the administrative requirements of the Animal Ethics Committees are met.
- Maintain a database of animal ethics applications and approvals.
- Ensure that key compliance programs are functioning.
Skills and experience
You will have:
- A relevant tertiary qualification in the field of biological science or zoological science preferably at a postgraduate level.
- Experience in research administration management/research governance in an academic or medical research environment.
- Experience managing staff or students.
- Experience in the development of research governance, administrative policies, systems and procedures highly desirable.
- Knowledge of relevant animal welfare legislation and codes of practice concerning the use of animals for scientific purposes.
- A high level of interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines.
Benefits
Working at the Baker Institute offers flexibility, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to a research centre of world renown. Benefits include generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, as well as modern offices and laboratories adjacent to the Alfred Hospital and walking distance to St Kilda Road, Chapel Street, and Fawkner Park.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
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How to apply
Applications should include a current resume and cover letter, quoting reference GK01. Applications without these documents will not be considered. We are reviewing applications as they are received so if you think you're the right person for this role, we'd love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must hold appropriate Australian work rights and be immunised with the COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Directions (No 4). More details of the role can be found in the position description, for further information please contact the person listed below.
We will close this job ad as soon as we have enough applicants so please apply without delay.
Contact details
Abigail Jones
Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: abigail.jones@baker.edu.au