Animal Technician

Job No.: 687048

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time 

Duration: Continuing appointment

Remuneration: $66,743 - $75,130 pa HEW Level 03 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Contribute to the optimum welfare of laboratory animals
• Provide support to interesting projects and staff
• Be a part of an inclusive, collaborative team

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about working with animals or considering a new career path? Join the Monash Animal Research Platform (MARP) as an Animal Technician and play a vital role in supporting the Faculty's vital research effort.

In this rewarding role, you'll contribute to important scientific discoveries while ensuring the care, wellbeing and welfare of a range of animal species, through general, technical and medical procedures under the frameworks of established policies.

We are seeking team players with a certificate-level qualification or equivalent experience, along with a willingness to undertake further training in technical skills. Most importantly, you'll bring a genuine love for animals and a collaborative mindset.

At MARP, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, benefits and a supportive team environment where your work makes a difference.

Apply now – we'd love to hear from you!

Monash University seeks applicants for this opportunity who are able to demonstrate and present valid and current Australian work rights.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents. 

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Please ensure your cover letter highlights your key offerings to this position.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Cherelle Baldock, Animal Facility Manager, +61 3 9905 4293

Position Description: Animal Technician

Applications Close: Thursday 4 December 2025, 11:55pm AEDT