Canberra Institute of Technology

CIT is seeking committed individuals to join its Animal Ethics Committee (AEC), which plays a vital role in overseeing the ethical care and use of animals used for teaching purposes at CIT. The committee ensures all practices align with the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes (2013) and the Animal Welfare Act 1992. We are currently looking to fill positions across the following categories: Category A – Veterinarian: A qualified vet with expertise in animal health and welfare Category B – Scientific or Teaching Representative: A researcher or educator with recent, substantial experience in the use of animals for scientific or teaching purposes Category C – Animal Welfare Advocate: An individual with a strong commitment to animal welfare, such as a member of a recognised welfare organisation Category D – Community Member: A person with no professional involvement in animal use who represents the broader community perspective

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Type of work

Education & Training, Governance, Boards & Committees, Research, Policy & Analysis, Working with Animals

Suitable for

Skilled Volunteers

Commitment

Regular - more than 6 months

Training

online training and induction will be provided.

Time required

CIT’s Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) convenes twice annually and conducts facility inspections on two occasions each year. Each meeting can typically last up to two hours and inspection up to one hour. Committee members are required out of session to peruse documentation related to animals on campus prior to meetings.

Requirements

These are voluntary roles with meaningful purpose. Members help ensure high ethical standards and make a genuine contribution to animal welfare in education. CIT provides induction, ongoing support, and the opportunity to be part of a collaborative and respected committee. To ensure you meet the criteria, membership categories and criteria can be found outlined in Section 2.2.4 of the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes (NHMRC, 2013).

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