Laboratory Technician

Thebarton SA 5031
Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare
Entry Level / Junior

Thebarton SA 5031
Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare
Entry Level / Junior

9 people applied for this job

Part-time
On-site
Posted on: September 1
Deadline: September 30
$ – $ Fortnightly

Perks & Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
On-site parking
Training & development programs

Job Description

About Our Company

Established in 2003, Cerberus Sciences has grown to become a significant provider of services to the laboratory animal community across Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

The organisation is ISO 9001 certified and an International Council for Laboratory Animal Science (ICLAS) Associate Member. Cerberus Sciences provides comprehensive laboratory animal health monitoring and disease investigation services.

Our strong focus on innovation has led to the continued expansion of our in-house testing capabilities, ensuring our methods remain current with advances in laboratory animal science.

We are recognised for providing fast, efficient and knowledgeable services to our clients. We deliver our services in a professional manner that is:

Free from discrimination of any kind.
Respectful of dignity, humanity, and cultural and gender diversity.
Respectful of privacy and confidentiality.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Laboratory Technician based in South Australia to provide high-quality laboratory services for the detection and investigation of a wide range of pathogens in samples received from across Australia, New Zealand and overseas.

You will work as part of a dedicated and collaborative team of veterinarians, scientists and technicians, supporting laboratory animal health monitoring and disease investigation activities.

Key Responsibilities

The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for a range of laboratory and specimen reception activities, including:

Labelling, preparing and distributing samples and associated documentation for laboratory testing.
Assisting with animal bookings, liaising with veterinarians, and supporting post-mortem examinations and sample collection.
Performing and recording bacteriology, parasitology, serology and molecular testing, and assisting with histology activities.
Receiving specimens, verifying submission details, identifying discrepancies, and entering submissions into LIMS.
Supporting sample archiving and assisting with the coordination of testing activities and laboratory caseloads.
Maintaining laboratory stocks, preparing reagents and consumables, and performing routine equipment maintenance.
Assisting with waste disposal, glassware washing, autoclaving, and maintaining clean and organised laboratory work areas.
Contributing to quality management, research and service improvement initiatives while maintaining safe laboratory practices and compliance with safety procedures.

Skill & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

A Diploma in Animal Technology, Bachelor’s degree in Science, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
Experience in techniques such as ELISA, IFA, serum preparation from blood samples or dried blood spots, wet preparation, faecal flotation, microscopic examination, automated nucleic acid extraction, gel electrophoresis, PCR, RT-PCR and interpretation of results is desirable.
Practical and relevant experience in a diagnostic pathology laboratory would be advantageous.
An outstanding work ethic, positive ‘can-do’ attitude and commitment to providing excellent customer service.
The ability to work effectively under pressure.
Exceptional attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
The ability to adapt to change and work effectively within a dynamic team.
The ability to follow established procedures and instructions accurately.
Sound organisational skills, including the ability to multitask and prioritise work.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and unsupervised with a high degree of accuracy and precision.
A current Australian driver licence would be preferable

Why Join Us?

Cerberus Sciences offers a range of employee benefits, including:

Stable and reputable organisation.
Employee Assistance Program.
Work-life balance with normal weekday working hours.
Opportunities to attend and present at conferences.
Opportunities to develop skills across a broad range of laboratory animal health monitoring and diagnostic testing activities.
A collaborative working environment with veterinarians, scientists and laboratory technicians.

Employment Type

Part-time, Tuesday to Friday, with the potential to increase to full-time hours depending on training progress, performance and business requirements.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to:

Peony Fung
Email: peony@cerberus.net.au

Applications close at the end of September 2026.

Job Location

Cerberus Sciences

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Founded since:

2025

Industry:

Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare

Location:

Unit 3, 49 Holland Street

Jobs:

1 open position

Application ends: September 30

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