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The Animal Services Support Officer will assist in the Biocontainment Large Animal Facility (LAF) at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) Geelong. The Large Animal Facility (LAF) capability is essential for the support the Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AAHL) Diagnostic Surveillance and Response Program response and research obligations and with Health and Biosecurity Business Unit currently working on COVID-19 vaccine development.
The Animal Services Support Officer role is to support the day to day operation of a high-level biocontainment animal facility in which activities are heavily determined by protocols to meet containment, health and safety and animal welfare regulations. The role supports scientific research into infectious diseases through the cleaning and preparation of animal rooms, maintenance of stocks of consumables, maintenance of equipment, waste removal and provision of animal husbandry.
A small team of dedicated people assist in the day to day running of the facility however many tasks involve working alone. All staff working in this environment must pass security, medical and psychological checks and be vaccinated against various diseases.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Location: Geelong, VIC
Salary: AU$63k - AU$80k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 66986
For full details about this role please review the Position Description
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting 1 level.
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Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
28th May 2020, 11:00pm AEST