The Animal Welfare Veterinarian provides specialist veterinary expertise to support the responsible and ethical use of animals in research and teaching across the University. Reporting to the Animal Welfare Veterinary Manager, the position operates with a high level of professional independence and plays a critical role in maintaining high standards of animal welfare, research integrity and regulatory compliance .
The role contributes to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of institutional frameworks governing animal welfare, animal ethics and research governance. Working closely with researchers, Animal Ethics Committees, Laboratory Animal Services and other stakeholders, the Animal Welfare Veterinarian provides specialist advice on animal welfare, ethical research conduct and regulatory obligations while supporting high-quality research and teaching outcomes.
The position also contributes to policy development, compliance assurance, risk management, training and stakeholder engagement initiatives, promoting a culture of responsible and ethical animal research across the University.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
support and promote the responsible and ethical use of animals in research and teaching, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and standards
contribute to the development, implementation and review of animal welfare, ethics and research governance policies, procedures and frameworks
support animal ethics review, monitoring, inspection and compliance processes, ensuring adherence to approved protocols and standards
build and maintain effective relationships with faculties, Laboratory Animal Services, research units, external facilities and external stakeholders
You will be an experienced veterinarian with a strong commitment to animal welfare, ethical research conduct and stakeholder engagement. You will demonstrate sound professional judgement and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments while building productive relationships across a diverse research community.
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Work Rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University . Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet th ese condition s , the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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Sunday 26 July 2026 11:59 PM
