Animal Technical Assistant

UQ College

. Deliver animal care, husbandry and breeding services for laboratory rodents and other species .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeBrisbane • AustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$79,096 - A$83,863 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in animal care, husbandry, and breeding services, with a strong focus on compliance, biosecurity, and animal welfare in a laboratory environment. Capable of maintaining accurate records and collaborating effectively with researchers to support research outcomes.

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Animal CareColony ManagementBiosecurity ComplianceTechnical ProceduresCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Animal TechnologySample CollectionInjectionsBreeding SupportRecord-KeepingLaboratory Animal HandlingEuthanasia ProceduresInventory ManagementLife-Support Systems MonitoringRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganisational SkillsTeam CollaborationService ExcellenceContinuous Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Qualifications in Animal TechnologyMandatory ImmunisationsSatisfactory Medical Clearance

Industry Keywords

Laboratory Animal EnvironmentAnimal WelfareHealth Monitoring ProceduresWorkplace Health and SafetyResearch Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver animal care, husbandry and breeding services for laboratory rodents and other species
Perform injections, sample collection, breeding support and euthanasia in accordance with approved protocols and regulatory requirements
Maintain facility operations, cleanliness and biosecurity
Operate equipment and monitor life-support systems
Manage inventory and respond to alarms or incidents
Provide operational and compliance support to researchers and stakeholders
Provide technical advice and collaborate with researchers, supervisors and technical staff
Participate in rostered after-hours work
Maintain accurate records and support colony health, animal welfare and research outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant qualifications in animal technology, biological sciences or a related discipline, and/or an equivalent combination of training and practical experience
Demonstrated capability to work confidently within a regulated laboratory animal environment while maintaining high standards of animal welfare
Sound knowledge of animal breeding programs, colony management and record-keeping processes, or the ability to rapidly develop this expertise
Experience handling laboratory animals and performing routine technical procedures
Strong understanding of biosecurity, workplace health and safety, and compliance requirements relevant to animal research environments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to service excellence, continuous improvement and supporting research outcomes
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Unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment
Employer-sponsored work rights are not available
Mandatory immunisations may be required
Satisfactory medical clearance(s), including disclosure of relevant medical history
Compliance with ongoing health monitoring procedures and control measures

Benefits

Comp & perks

17% super
Up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave
17.5% leave loading
Flexible and hybrid working options
Health and wellbeing programs
Heavily discounted Study for Staff program
On-campus childcare
Affordable parking
Salary packaging
Equity, diversity and inclusion support
Accessibility support throughout the recruitment process