Animal Care Technician – Perth, Australia
Animal Care Technician – Perth, Australia
“To advance humanity – inspire curiosity”
Curious to learn? Keen for a new challenge? Want to use your knowledge to make a difference? Then we are looking for you!
The Company
For over 20 years, Ozgene has been one of the leading companies for biotechnology and medical research in the world. Our vision is to advance humanity by inspiring curiosity, striving for constant innovation with the aim to provide our clients with the best service.
The Position
Ozgene is seeking a full-time graduate animal technician with a Bachelor of Science or certificate IV in veterinary nursing. Candidates should work well with animals and display constant respect and care towards them. Teamwork as well as good written and oral communication skills are required for this role. As a member of our animal facility you will work closely with a variety of staff members to promote a high standard of work, supporting scientific procedures and ensuring the welfare of all animals.
Your duties will include:
- Basic mouse husbandry
- Ensuring mice have food, water and their bedding is clean
- Promoting mouse health and wellbeing
- Carrying out tasks in accordance with animal welfare requirements
- Maintenance of animal facility
- Following quarantine guidelines
This role does not require any previous experience of working in a scientific mouse facility.
Our Vision
Our vision is to expand Ozgene by building our team members from the ground up. We want curious people, that are not afraid of a challenge and want to use their knowledge to advance humanity. We will provide you with support and coaching in regard to our Organisational Capability culture. Our philosophy focuses on using your skills to stabilise and improve our veterinary processes, providing you with the conditions to channel your curiosity into exceptional service to our clients.
Please forward your resume, in confidence, to careers@ozgene.com.