Description

The primary responsibility of an Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) is to ensure, on behalf of the institution for which it acts, that all activities relating to the care and use of animals for scientific purposes are conducted in compliance with the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes (the Code).  As such, AEC members play a critical role in ensuring the ethical, humane and responsible care and use of such animals.  Committee membership is managed to ensure that, collectively, the AEC fulfils the membership criteria of the Code and has the necessary expertise to effectively discharge its responsibilities. 

Requirements

Monash University is currently recruiting a volunteer Wildlife Veterinarian for the School of Biological Sciences AEC which meets monthly on a Thursday.  Expressions of interest are sought per the Category stipulated in the Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes 8th Edition (2013).

Category A (veterinarian): A person 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.

Applicants must be willing to contribute to AEC meetings and related processes and to undertake initial and ongoing training and education.  Applicants must also possess effective communication and interpersonal skills, computer skills and be able to read, interpret and advise on meeting materials, including project applications. 

Applicants must meet the criteria for a Category A (veterinarin) and wildlife experience is preferred. 

Travel requirements - to committee meetings and animal facility inspections (currently held by videoconferencing).

Reimbursements - an honorarium to cover expenses involved in attending meetings and inspections will be provided.