Laboratory Technician

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 and preparing samples for laboratory testing.
• Assisting with animal bookings and liaising with veterinarians.
• Performing post-mortem examinations under the supervision of a veterinarian and assisting with sample collection.
• Preparing, analysing, recording and entering test results for bacteriology, parasitology, serology and molecular testing, as well as supporting histology activities.
• Assisting with specimen reception, including checking submission contents and documentation and identifying discrepancies.
• Verifying submission details and communicating discrepancies to relevant personnel.
• Organising paperwork and entering submissions into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Distributing samples and associated paperwork to the appropriate laboratory sections.
• Supporting sample archiving processes.
• Assisting the Section Supervisor with coordinating testing activities and managing laboratory caseloads.
• Maintaining adequate stocks of reagents and consumables.
• Assisting with the preparation of reagents, buffers and consumables.
• Performing equipment maintenance and associated documentation.
• Assisting with laboratory waste disposal.
• Washing glassware and preparing consumables for autoclaving.
• Maintaining clean and orderly laboratory and work areas.
• Contributing to the Quality Management System, research programs and service improvement activities undertaken by Cerberus Sciences.
• Contributing to a safe work environment by following established safety procedures, identifying potential hazards and maintaining good laboratory practices.

Ideal Qualifications, Skills & 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.

Pay: From $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25.4 per week

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
• Are you currently located in Australia?

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person