Research Technician

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

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Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are currently looking for an experienced Technician to join our team on a 12 month fixed term  contract.

This role will contribute to a research program that aims to understand the causes and mechanisms of Motor Neuron Disease. You will be responsible for research support including experimentation, training, and administration.

Accountabilities

• Act as the laboratory technician supporting research studies in the lab
• Carry out, and train postgraduate students to carry out, experiments on human brain tissue and/or cultured cells
• Ensure all materials and equipment are purchased, stocked, and maintained appropriately
• Maintain lab records including budget-keeping
• Understand and comply with specific legal and regulatory requirements of the lab generally

For more detailed information, please refer to the  POSITION DESCRIPTION

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team At Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora | the School of Biological Sciences, teach and conduct research across all scales of the living world, from molecules to ecosystems. Modern biology is also interdisciplinary, and embraces other STEM disciplines, including chemistry, mathematics, statistics and computer science. The Faculty of Science’s Technical Services Team comprises over 100 technical staff providing specialist support to the Faculty’s academic staff and students across 9 of the 10 Departments. They contribute technical knowledge and expertise to research and teaching activities while ensuring the ongoing operation and compliance of a vast range of laboratories, workshops, teaching facilities and research equipment.

He kōrero mōu | About you 

Our ideal candidate will have a BSc (Hons) or MSc (or equivalent) in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Pharmacology or Physiology and have relevant laboratory experience.

You will be required to have excellent technical skills and thorough working knowledge in either mammalian cell culture and/ or immunohistochemistry and related techniques, as well as laboratory management.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• Self-motivated and well organised with excellent time management

• Meticulous record-keeping skills

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Integrity, adaptability, and flexibility

• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Apply today! The closing date for this advertisement is 6th June 2024. We may close this advert early if we have a large amount of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Emma Scotter, Head | Motor Neuron Disease Research Lab via for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

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