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Form of work Continuous / Full Time
HEW0505| $70k – $78k plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
Salary Packaging opportunities
Ref: JR100522
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, and people of CaLD background to apply for this important position.
About Us
Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary School in Western Australia, and its prestigious teaching hospital provides the clinical facility that enables students to learn hands-on skills in veterinary clinical and diagnostic sciences. It also provides a service to community through its team of top specialists who oversee the care and treatment of all animals referred to the Hospital.
TAHMU aims to provide an environment where high professional and clinical standards, based on available scientific evidence, are tempered with genuine care and compassion.
The Role
The key purpose of this role is to provide veterinary nursing technical support to clinical teaching within the veterinary science program at Murdoch University. This can include supervision of students using the Clinical Skills Laboratory or performing surgical procedures as part of training in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program.
What you’ll bring to this role
Completion of a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent, or completion of a relevant Veterinary Nursing Diploma level qualification registrable in Western Australia
Confidence and skill when handling and restraining animals
Good knowledge of both diagnostic and surgical equipment, as well as sterilising and aseptic techniques
Excellent organisational, time and workload management skills, including the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines
Previous experience in a teaching role or training in clinical skills with undergraduate students
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.
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 the documents below:
A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
Your most recent resume (CV)
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: Henry Annandale, Dean of Veterinary Medicine, henry.annandale@murdoch.edu.au
Closing date: 16 March 2023 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. 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.
