• Contribute to meaningful research at a top-ranked university.
• Shape high-level animal welfare strategies across research and teaching.
• Part-time (0.6 FTE) ongoing appointment with flexibility.
• Base salary range: $147,700 – $153,454 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
Research Ethics and Integrity at UWA ensures that the University upholds the highest ethical standards in research, adhering to the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research and guidelines governing the use of animals, human research, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The team ensures compliance with the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes and the Animal Welfare Act WA 2002, promoting ethical and humane research practices. The team also supports the University’s Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) in maintaining these high standards.

About the opportunity

• Act as the University's Animal Welfare Officer, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and regulations for the care and use of animals in research and teaching.
• Provide strategic advice on animal welfare practices, collaborating with senior leaders and supporting the Animal Ethics Committee (AEC).
• Conduct inspections of animal facilities and offer expert guidance to researchers, promoting best practices in animal welfare across the University.

About you

• A veterinary degree or extensive practical experience in animal welfare.
• Deep knowledge of legislative and regulatory frameworks governing animal welfare.
• Proven experience in the ethical use of animals in research and teaching.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver high-level advice and training.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and manage complex responsibilities effectively.

Special Requirements

• Availability to take work-related calls after hours.
• Occasional weekend and after-hours visits to animal facilities.
• Current C Class Driver’s Licence.

Position description:  Animal Welfare Officer (518516).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Charlotte Burke, Animal Welfare Officer, at charlotte.burke@uwa.edu.au. 

How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 16 October 2024.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

For queries, contact the person named in the ad or the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au including the 6-digit job reference number for a quicker response.