Deakin University are seeking to recruit Category C members (Animal Welfare) to join the Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) in Geelong, Victoria.

The primary responsibility of the AEC 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 C member must have 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.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Review Animal Ethics submissions and documentation prior to AEC meetings.
• Attend AEC meetings (8 per year).
• Provide recommendations of an independent nature.
• Participate in animal facility inspections.

This is a voluntary position, with an annual honorarium payment.

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