Animal Ethics Advisor

• Continuous, Full Time
• Classification HEW0808 – $105,000 – $120,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
• Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2024 to 1 July 2026, totalling a 10% increase!
• Salary Packaging opportunities
• Ref: JR102270

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

About Us

The Research and Innovation Office manages research administration at Murdoch University and encompasses areas such as grants and contracts, ethics, research integrity and commercialisation. The office works with researchers throughout the journey, ensuring people work in a safe environment underpinned by an ethical framework.

The Role

The Animal Ethics Advisor supervises the ethical dimensions of research and teaching involving animals. The role encompasses advocating for ethical practices, providing guidance to applicants regarding compliance with the Australian Code for the care and use of animals for Scientific purposes and ensuring University compliance with legislative requirements governing the use of animals in teaching and research.

Further key responsibilities include:

• Provide support on animal ethics for all teaching and research requiring animal ethics approval,
• Promote the role and value of animal ethics in relation to teaching and research,
• Attend Animal Ethics committee meetings in an advisory capacity and assist with administrative activities,
• Assess the impact, and inform the Murdoch University teaching and research community of relevant animal ethics related legislation and regulatory changes; making policy recommendations and implement programs on the subject,
• Recruit AEC members as required and provide induction to new AEC members,
• Respond to complaints and recommend actions when adverse events impacting animal welfare occur,
• Maintain compliance regarding the Scientific use of animals in each of the states and territories in which the University is licensed.

What you’ll bring to this role

• Postgraduate qualifications in veterinary or biological sciences or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience,
• Substantial specialist and technical knowledge and expertise relating to animal and welfare and ethics, and the use of animals in research and teaching in the laboratory and field,
• Strong corporate management skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills; with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters,
• Experience in the development and delivery of training and information sessions,
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain collaborative partnerships,
• Professional experience in research, academic, medical, scientific, or technical environment,
• Experience providing compliance and/or quality management services in a highly regulated environment; with the ability to understand and provide advice on compliance with legislation, regulations, and/or codes.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills, and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights and be required to undertake a Police history check in accordance with the University’s Employee Background Checks Procedure.

What you’ll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Paid leave entitlements
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program
• On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply

Please apply by submitting these documents via the “Apply Now” button:

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Please view the position description here.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Position contact: Alasdair MacDonald – Director Research and Innovation.

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.