• Based in the College of Science at Roseworthy Campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Salary Range starting at $82,922 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
• Support practical teaching across large animal and livestock environments

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive. 

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters 

This role plays an important part in enabling practical teaching, research and operational outcomes within Animal and Veterinary Sciences. You will provide reliable technical support across practical animal environments, applying safe work practices and maintaining operational readiness to support hands-on student learning and high-quality teaching and research outcomes.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description to discover more about this opportunity.  

The team 

Reporting to the Manager Technical Services, Animal and Veterinary Sciences, this role sits within the Specialist Facilities and Technical Services team in the College of Science. The team provides critical technical support across practical teaching, research and operational environments, including animal handling and technical service delivery.

Visit the AU website to learn more about the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences.

Our people  

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role would suit someone who enjoys a practical, hands-on environment where no two days are quite the same. You will work closely with academic staff, researchers, students and technical colleagues in a collaborative and service-focused setting.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience 

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience: 

• Demonstrated experience working safely and effectively with large animals or within large‑animal facilities, including animal handling, facility operations, or support of teaching and/or clinical activities within a regulated animal ethics and biosecurity environment.
• Experience supporting laboratory‑based and/or practical teaching activities, including preparation and operational support for classes, practicals or demonstrations.
• Experience applying laboratory and/or animal‑facility safety procedures, risk controls, and standard operating procedures in regulated environments.
• Experience preparing, handling or managing laboratory, animal‑facility, or teaching materials, reagents, equipment or consumables.
• Experience maintaining technical records, inventories, animal‑facility documentation or laboratory records.

 Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

Launch your future with Adelaide University now 

Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload: 

• your current CV 
• a cover letter

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address. 

Submit your application by 11:30pm Sunday 31 May 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 492813):

Georgia Borg 
Recruitment Consultant 
+61 8 8302 1700 | careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au  

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.