Animal Ethics Committee (Volunteer) at RMIT University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Animal Welfare Promotion, Committee Participation, Pre-reading, Ethical Review, Community Representation

Industry

Education Management

Description

Overview: Are you committed to promoting animal welfare? Join RMIT’s Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) as an Animal Welfare Representative (Category C). Volunteer position Online meetings (Compensated ) 4 – 6 hours per month Training & expenses provided The AEC is responsible for the review of teaching and research activities at RMIT involving care and use of animals. We are looking for individuals with a commitment to and experience in promoting animal welfare, as well as representatives of our broader community, to join this Committee. The AEC holds online meetings on the first Thursday of each month (2 – 3 hours duration). As a Committee member, you will be provided with comprehensive training, a supportive and friendly environment and reimbursement of your costs through payment of an honorarium. To be eligible, you must: Have a demonstrated commitment to and experience in improving the welfare of animals Be willing to commit to a 3 year appointment Be available to attend meetings and undertake pre-reading Not be a current employee (or associated with) RMIT University Not be currently involved in the care or use of animals for scientific or teaching activities. Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check Applications from members of animal welfare organisations are encouraged. This is a terrific opportunity to contribute a valued perspective to this respected body. To Apply Please Submit a brief cover letter stating why you are interested in the role and your resume outlining any relevant skills or experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Diana (Talent Acquisition) via email diana.ruiz@rmit.edu.au. Please note: Due to the critical nature of the role, we are running a rolling recruitment process and will be contacting candidates as soon as they apply, with early applications encouraged. #LI-Hybrid Applications Close: 3 May 2026 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Culture Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together. Imagination. Integrity. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion. What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other. Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices. Find out what makes RMIT a great place to work

Responsibilities

The Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) is responsible for reviewing teaching and research activities at RMIT that involve the care and use of animals. As a member, the individual will contribute a valued perspective to this respected body.