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Adelaide University Veterinarian & Animal Welfare Officer (UV)

Job no: 515635
Work type: Continuing - Full-time
Campus: Adelaide
Categories: HEO9, Veterinary Services

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Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA)

The PIRSA Animal Ethics Committee is currently searching for a new member to fulfil a Category A role.

Category A - a person with qualifications in veterinary science that are recognised for registration as a veterinary surgeon in Australia, and South Australia, and with experience relevant to PIRSA’s activities or the ability to acquire relevant knowledge.

The PIRSA AEC sits bi-monthly, usually at Roseworthy College. Payment is $150 plus travel expenses for each 2-4 hour meeting attended and lunch is provided. Members are required to read new research applications and amendments to discuss for approval as well as review adverse events and standard operating procedures.

More information can be found on the PIRSA website at PIRSA Animal Ethics Committee - PIRSA 

Interested persons may email their CVs to  PIRSA.AnimalEthics@sa.gov.au  or contact the Executive Officer on (08) 8429 4366.

Monash University, Clayton Campus

Monash University has a national and international reputation for exciting, ground-breaking research that improves health, solves global challenges and empowers whole communities, and we continually increase our capacity to do outstanding, relevant research and generate new knowledge that positively impacts the world.

Monash University’s research support services in Animal Ethics support research activities in biomedical research, pharmaceutical sciences, and ecology and conservation studies. This currently advertised position will fulfil a role on an Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) that will review research activities that will be instrumental in improving patient treatments and health outcomes through our biomedical research programs, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, neurological disorders, metabolic diseases, and reproductive health.

This is a great opportunity to contribute your knowledge and expertise to the world of research at Monash University.

About Monash Animal Ethics Committees (AECs)

Monash University is committed to ensuring the ethical, humane and responsible care and use of animals for scientific purposes and insists upon the highest standards for animal care and use.

Our Animal Ethics Committees (AECs) assess the scientific, ethical and welfare aspects of research and teaching activities involving animals to ensure the use of animals is justified and has scientific merit and animal welfare is prioritised, in accordance with the Australian Code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes (8th edition 2013 (updated 2021) (the Code)).

The AEC is comprised of members across various categories as stipulated in the Code and includes veterinarians (Category A), scientists (Category B), animal welfarists (Category C), and lay members (Category D), with each category of membership bringing valuable perspectives to the review process.

About the role

Each Monash University AEC member plays an important role in ensuring the ethical, humane and responsible care and use of animals used for research and teaching at Monash University.

Expressions of interest are sought from veterinarians, as per the criteria as stipulated in the Code:

• Category A (Veterinarian): The Category A member must be a person with qualifications in veterinary science that are recognised for registration as a veterinary surgeon in Australia. You must have experience relevant to the research and teaching activities of Monash University, or the ability to acquire relevant knowledge.                                                                                                               

About you

To be successfully considered for this opportunity, you will:

• Have a qualification in veterinary science, as well as specialised knowledge of the general welfare, treatment, and advances in care for animal species specific to the AEC. You will be able to provide information on housing needs, drugs, procedures and post-procedure care, and will be able to provide advice that reflects current best practice.
• Accept that ethical experiments using animals can be carried out, provided there is no viable alternative
• Demonstrate the ability and enthusiasm to contribute to AEC meetings and related processes, and undertake initial and ongoing training and education
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to read, interpret and comment on meeting materials, including project applications, using an online system
• Participate in AEC discussions to ensure robust review of projects and related activities, and effective operation of the Committee
• Be able to attend meetings in-person (please note, overseas applicants will not be considered)

BENEFITS

As a member of a Monash AEC you will receive the following benefits:

• An Honorarium to support costs you incur associated with performing your role and attending meetings
• A working lunch at in-person meetings
• Training support for your role as an AEC member
• The opportunity to understand the cutting-edge science activities being performed at Monash
• Development of knowledge related to the legislative framework governing animal use in research and teaching
• Access to the resources of the Monash University libraries

How to apply

If this sounds like a role you would be interested in, please apply via our website and complete the online expression of interest form at https://www.monash.edu/research/ethics-and-integrity/animal-ethics

For further information please contact the Monash Animal Ethics Office: animal.ethics@monash.edu

The University of Melbourne

The role of the Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) is to assess the care and use of animals in teaching and research activities across all University of Melbourne campuses and licensed premises to ensure the use of animals is justified and has scientific merit.

Make a difference!
Expressions of interest are sought for membership to The University of Melbourne’s Animal Ethics Committees.
The University of Melbourne is a public-spirited institution that makes distinctive contributions to society in research, learning and teaching, and engagement. The role of the AEC is to provide ethical review and conduct monitoring of all research and teaching activities involving animals. Committee meetings are collegial, and their function is to bring together all members’ views on the ethical implications of each research proposal.
The University of Melbourne is currently seeking expressions of interest from people interested in joining the AEC as a Category A (Veterinarian) member.

About the role
The Animal Ethics Committee Member Category A (Veterinarian) is expected to provide expert advice to the AEC, including but not limited to the appropriate use of anaesthetics and analgesics, and the effects of experimental manipulations on the health and welfare of animals, and contribute to the conduct and promotion of ethically sound research and teaching at The University of Melbourne. Category A (Veterinarian) AEC members will aid the Committee to ensure that all such activities are conducted in compliance with the current edition of the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes (2013).

The appointment is for an initial period of one year. Members not currently employed by the University will receive an honorarium for meetings attended.

Members must be able to commit time to pre-read and review applications prior to each meeting and attend the committee meetings, which may be held online or in-person. The committees meet a minimum of 11 times per year. In addition, members may be asked to contribute to the review of committee business between AEC meetings and are expected to attend annual animal facility inspections.

Training will be provided.

How to apply

Please provide:
A letter describing what you can bring to the ethics committee
A short curriculum vitae or summary of education and work experience Details of two referees who can be contacted by telephone

Applications close 11:55pm Tuesday 3 September 2024

Please mark applications confidential and email: felicity.moran@unimelb.edu.au

For further information please contact: felicity.moran@unimelb.edu.au

Senior Research Ethics Officer
Office of Research Ethics and Integrity, Research Innovation and Commercialisation
The University of Melbourne, Victoria 3010 Australia

The Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute (ONJCRI)

The Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute (ONJCRI) is a leader in pioneering cancer treatments. Our vision is to help people live better with cancer and defeat it. Our mission is to discover and develop breakthrough cancer therapies to provide the best health outcomes for patients.

Core Responsibilities of the Animal Ethics Committee Members
The use of animals for scientific purposes and teaching is governed by Australian and Victorian Legislation (the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulations 2019) and the National Health and Medical Research Council’s Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes 8th edition 2013 (the Code).

The roles and responsibilities of the AEC members are to ensure:

1. Education and Legal Familiarity: Members should be willing to engage in education about ethics issues and familiarise themselves with relevant legislation and codes, such as Part 3 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 (VIC), Part 5 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulations 2019 (VIC), Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.
2. Independent Review: Members should be able to contribute to discussions independently and bring an impartial view to the committee's deliberations.
3. Ethical Review Process: Review and approve research project applications and associated documentation, ensuring that only ethically acceptable projects are approved.
4. Commitment to Review: Members must commit time to thoroughly review applications and supporting documents before each meeting and attend committee meetings regularly.
5. Communication: Regularly check and respond to emails and be available to respond to AEC Executive items as required, even outside of scheduled meetings.
6. Site Inspections: Attend annual site inspections of animal holding facilities to ensure compliance with ethical standards and regulations.
7. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Members should declare any conflicts of interest before discussing or making decisions on matters related to those interests.
8. Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all meeting processes and discussions.
9. Self-Evaluation: Complete an annual self-evaluation of the committee's performance to identify areas for improvement.
10. Corporate Policies and Practices: Abide by the corporate policies and practices of the organisation, such as ONJCRI.
11. Confidentiality Agreement: Sign a confidentiality agreement to ensure the protection of sensitive information related to patients, employees, policies, processes, and projects.

Specific requirements for the position
These criteria ensure that Category A members possess the necessary veterinary qualifications and expertise to contribute effectively to the animal ethics committee's functions and decisions.

Essential Qualifications, skills, and expertise

1. Educational Requirement:
   • Individuals with a degree registerable in Australia as a veterinary surgeon.
2. Membership Criteria:
   • Currently registered with any Australian Veterinary Surgeons Board or equivalent.
   • Confirmed to have been awarded a veterinary qualification from a recognised institution that meets the requirements of any Australian Veterinary Surgeons Board or equivalent (e.g., BVSc, MRCVS, DVM from recognised institutions).
3. Should demonstrate computer literacy skills – Skills in using Microsoft Word, and Excel and the ability to communicate through emails. Must be able to use online communication platforms such as Zoom and Teams where required.
4. Must be able to learn animal and ethics management systems where required. Training will be provided.
5. Must be able to attend AEC meetings that are held at ONJCRI once a month on Wednesdays between February to December (10:00-1:00). These sessions are remunerated.

Benefits:
As a member of the ONJCRI AEC, you will receive the following benefits:

• Remuneration to support costs associated with performing your role and attending meetings.
• Training support for your role as an AEC member
• The opportunity to understand the cutting-edge cancer research being performed at the ONJCRI.
• Development of knowledge related to the legislative framework governing animal use in research.

Submit your applications as a brief CV with a cover letter to Lakmie Gunarathne, Research Ethics and Governance Manager lakmie.gunarathne@onjcri.org.au using the subject line: Animal Ethics Committee Member – Category A (Voluntary).

The cover letter should address the Specific Requirements for the position, explain why you are interested in joining the Animal Ethics Committee, and include any relevant qualifications, skills, or attributes.

The University of New South Wales, Sydney

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney currently has a vacancy for a Category A (veterinarian) member on its Animal Care and Ethics Committees (ACECs). The Committee advises the University regarding the use of animals for scientific purposes and teaching and promote the ethical, humane and responsible care and use of animals at UNSW.

The Committees have oversight of all animal usage for research or teaching at UNSW and are responsible for the review, approval and monitoring of these activities. The Committees play an essential role in ensuring UNSW’s compliance with the Australian Code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes and provide accountability for the institution’s use of animals for scientific purposes to the wider community.

The Committees meet in person once a month (except January) for approximately 5 hours to discuss business relevant to its operations.

To be eligible for membership, a Category A member must have qualifications in veterinary science that are recognised for registration as a veterinary surgeon in Australia, with experience relevant to the institution’s activities or the ability to acquire relevant knowledge.

Expressions of interest are sought from individuals who fit the above criteria and will be able to attend meetings and other duties in person, as required. This individual will fulfil an important role on the Committees contributing to the Committees and its deliberations in order to contribute to the high standard of animal welfare and teaching involving animals at UNSW.

Please contact the Research Ethics & Compliance Office at animalethics@unsw.edu.au to find out more or submit expressions of interest.

Charles Sturt University

Category A (Veterinarian)

Charles Sturt University is currently recruiting for a Category A (veterinarian) member on the Charles Sturt University Animal Ethics Committee. Ideally we are seeking individuals located within the regional footprint of the University, but thanks to digital meetings we will consider applicants from any location.

Category A (Veterinarian) Position Overview

A person with qualifications in veterinary science that are recognised for registration as a veterinary surgeon in Australia, and with experience relevant to the University’s activities or the ability to acquire relevant knowledge.

The Animal Ethics Committee reviews teaching and research proposals involving the scientific use of animals to ensure that they are ethically acceptable and follow relevant standards and guidelines. The Committee also ensures that the use of animals is justified, provides for the welfare of those animals and incorporates into their use the principles of replacement, reduction and refinement. The University is an accredited Animal Research Establishment and as such the Animal Ethics Committee provides assurance that the University is compliant with Animal Research legislation.

We would love to hear from you if you are interested in being part of our ethics committee. Please contact Ms Elizabeth Harangozo, Research Integrity Manager at animalethics@csu.edu.au for further information and to obtain a copy of the position description. To apply, please submit an expression of interest addressing the selection criteria.

Alfred Research Alliance

The University of Adelaide

The Animal Ethics Committee serves an important regulatory role in the approval of research at the University. Currently we are seeking volunteers for the following category to expand the pool of members.

• Category A ( people with qualifications in veterinary science that are recognised for registration as a veterinary surgeon in Australia, and with experience relevant to the institution’s activities or the ability to acquire relevant knowledge)

The position descriptions for these roles are available https://blogs.adelaide.edu.au/researchbulletin/2022/05/10/animal-ethics-committee-members-needed/

If you are interested or know someone who would be interested please apply or encourage suitable qualified individuals to consider applying for consideration.

For further information please contact aec@adelaide.edu.au

Deakin University, VIC

Deakin University are seeking to recruit Category A (Veterinarian) members to join the Animal Ethics Committees (AECs).

The primary responsibility of the AECs is to ensure, on behalf of the institution, that all activities involving animals for scientific purposes are conducted in compliance with the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes (the Code) and relevant government legislation. The role of the AEC involves but is not limited to; the assessment that the care and use of animals for scientific purposes is ethically acceptable, balancing whether the potential effects on the wellbeing of the animals involved is justified by the potential benefits to humans, animals or the environment and supporting the wellbeing of animals by applying the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement).

A Category A member must have qualifications in veterinary science that are recognised for registration as a veterinary surgeon in Australia, and with experience relevant to the activities of the institution. Veterinarians who lack this experience must have the ability to acquire relevant knowledge and familiarise themselves with the biology and clinical characteristics of the species of animals used.

The role will involve attending AEC meetings, which are held eight times per year on a Wednesday ranging on average from 2-4 hours in duration. Members are required to carefully read all documentation prior to meetings and attendance to annual facility inspections may also be required. Training opportunities will be provided and attendance to conferences will be supported. Although a voluntary position, an annual honorarium of $1600 will be awarded for service and to assist with out of pocket expenses.

For further information or submission of expressions of interest, please contact the Deakin University Animal Ethics Office animal-ethics@deakin.edu.au.

Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA)

The PIRSA Animal Ethics Committee is currently searching for a new member to fulfil a Category B role.

Category B - a suitably qualified person with substantial and recent experience in the use of animals for scientific purposes relevant to PIRSA and the business of the AEC. This must include possession of a higher degree in research or equivalent experience.

The PIRSA AEC sits bi-monthly at Roseworthy College and payment is $150 plus travel expenses for each 2-4 hour meeting attended. Lunch is provided. Members are required to read new research applications and amendments to discuss for approval as well as review adverse events and standard operating procedures.

More information can be found on the PIRSA website at PIRSA Animal Ethics Committee - PIRSA 

Interested persons may email their CVs to PIRSA.AnimalEthics@sa.gov.au or contact the Executive Officer on (08) 8429 4366.

Hudson Institute, Vic

Research is the basis for acquiring knowledge to further understand and address issues facing our communities and individuals within them.  Hudson Institute of Medical Research undertakes research with the desire to make a difference and with the potential to transform lives.

Animal Ethics Committees (AECs) play a critical governance role within Hudson Institute of Medical Research by reviewing all research and teaching activities involving animals and therefore AEC committee members are integral in ensuring the integrity and quality of the research.

About the Role
Hudson Institute is currently recruiting for volunteer Category C (Animal welfare) members for its AECs. Through its AECs, the Institute strives to uphold best practice in animal-based science, while reflecting the expectations of the broader community.

Expressions of interest are sought for this position for its AECs as per the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes 8th Edition (2013):

• Category C (Animal welfare): A person with demonstrable commitment to, and established experience in, furthering the welfare of animals, who is not employed by or otherwise associated with the institution, and who is not currently involved in the care and use of animals for scientific purposes. Veterinarians with specific animal welfare interest and experience may meet the requirements of this category. While not representing an animal welfare organisation, the person should, where possible, be selected on the basis of active membership of, and endorsement by, such an organisation.

In this role, you are required to attend one monthly meeting on either first or third Thursday of the month.  The meeting runs for approximately 3-5 hours.  Applicants must be willing to contribute their perspective on AEC applications at AEC meetings and related processes and to undertake initial and ongoing training. Applicants must also possess effective interpersonal skills, competent computer skills and be able to read large documents within a short timeframe. Committee members are also requested to attend site inspections of Institute’s animal facilities, as necessary.  The member contracts are renewed yearly.  An honorarium for external members is paid for attendance at meetings and lunch during the meeting is provided.

For further queries about the role, kindly contact Dr. Jaya Devi at 03-8572 2723.  Expressions of interest can be submitted to the Hudson Animal Ethics office at animal.ethics@hudson.org.au. 

La Trobe University, Vic

The La Trobe University Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) oversees the University’s care and use of animals for scientific purposes to safeguard the welfare of animals used for scientific purpose, to minimize harm or unjust use of animals, and to ensure the use of animals has scientific or educational merit.  Expressions of interest are sought for at least one Category C member for the AEC.

To be considered for this role you must:

• Be external to La Trobe University.
• Not be currently involved in the care and use of animals for scientific purposes.
• Have a demonstrable commitment to, and established experience in, furthering the welfare of animals.
• While not representing an animal welfare organisation, where possible, have an active membership of, and endorsement by, such an organization.
• Have the ability to interpret legislation.

More information.  Expressions of Interest can be submitted to the Senior Animal Ethics Advisor (+61394796860 Animalethics@latrobe.edu.au). An Expression of Interest could include your resume and a brief cover letter describing your suitability for the position.

University of New England

The University of New England is located in Armidale in the NSW Northern Tablelands midway between both Sydney & Brisbane.  The UNE AEC reviews a variety of projects including agriculture, companion animals, wildlife, rodents, reptiles and teaching projects and is seeking expressions of interest for the position below.

Category C – Animal Welfare representative - A person with demonstrable commitment to, and established experience in, furthering the welfare of animals, who is not employed by or otherwise associated with the institution, and who is not currently involved in the care and use of animals for scientific purposes. Veterinarians with specific animal welfare interest and experience may meet the requirements of this category. While not representing an animal welfare organisation, the person should, where possible, be selected on the basis of active membership of, and endorsement by, such an organisation;

The role will involve attending a monthly meeting which is usually held on the last Friday of the month at 11am. Meetings run for approximately four hours, and lunch is provided. Committee Members are also requested to attend quarterly site inspections of the University facilities.

If you are interested please go to https://www.une.edu.au/research/ethics-and-grants/animal-research-ethics/membership and complete the Expression of Interest Form.
Further questions about this role can be directed to Dr Adam Hamlin, Chair of the Animal Ethics Committee, at ahamlin@une.edu.au or 6773 2579 or Ms Sarah Model, Animal Ethics Officer at animalethics@une.edu.au or 6773 2890

The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland Animal Ethics Committees (AECs) play an integral role in the world-class research conducted at UQ. UQ has five AEC’s who review and approve applications based upon a subset of knowledge and/or species being used.  Each AEC meets on a monthly basis to review applications for research, breeding and teaching activities. Meetings take place at the St Lucia, Gatton and Hospital campuses.  Expressions of interest are sought for Category D members.

A Category D member -  a person not employed by or otherwise associated with the institution and who has never been involved in the use of animals in scientific or teaching activities, either in their employment or beyond their undergraduate education. Category D members should be viewed by the wider community as bringing a completely independent view to the AEC and must not fit the requirements of any other category.

Further information on the role of UQ’s AECs is also available on our website (http://www.uq.edu.au/research/integrity-compliance/animal-aecs).

To register your interest or request further information, please contact the Animal Ethics Unit (animal.ethics@research.uq.edu.au)

University of New England

The University of New England is located in Armidale in the NSW Northern Tablelands midway between both Sydney & Brisbane.  The UNE AEC reviews a variety of projects including agriculture, companion animals, wildlife, rodents, reptiles and teaching projects and is seeking expressions of interest for the position below.

 Category D – Layperson/Community representative - a person not employed by or otherwise associated with the institution and who has never been involved in the use of animals in scientific or teaching activities, either in their employment or beyond their undergraduate education. Category D members should be viewed by the wider community as bringing a completely independent view to the AEC and must not fit the requirements of any other category.

The role will involve attending a monthly meeting which is usually held on the last Friday of the month at 11am. Meetings run for approximately four hours, and lunch is provided. Committee Members are also requested to attend quarterly site inspections of the University facilities.

If you are interested please go to https://www.une.edu.au/research/ethics-and-grants/animal-research-ethics/membership and complete the Expression of Interest Form.
Further questions about this role can be directed to Dr Adam Hamlin, Chair of the Animal Ethics Committee, at ahamlin@une.edu.au or 6773 2579 or Ms Sarah Model, Animal Ethics Officer at animalethics@une.edu.au or 6773 2890

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