Herston Campus, Australia
Onsite
Not Available
About This Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Coordinator, Animal Technical to support the delivery of high-quality animal research services within a dynamic and specialised research environment. Working within a collaborative and inclusive team, you will provide advanced technical expertise across animal husbandry, complex breeding programs, and research support, while contributing to safe, ethical, and compliant operations across diverse research settings.
Key responsibilities will include:
About You
You are an inquisitive and capable professional who is passionate about advancing research through high-quality animal care and technical excellence. You thrive in complex environments, demonstrate sound judgement, and are committed to continuous improvement and collaboration.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Desirable:
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Interested?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sean O’Loughlin on s.oloughlin@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.
Other Information
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks & mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close July 19th at 11.00pm AEST (R-66256). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for end of July.
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