Assistant Technologist - Cytometry - School of Biological Sciences

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science brings together 10 diverse schools and departments to provide outstanding quality teaching and research opportunities. Being the leading science Faculty in New Zealand and is one of the largest in Australasia, it undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological, and computational sciences. More than 8,000 students' study in our schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers.  We strive to provide a Faculty that reflects the demographics of our student base and Aotearoa. Our staff and students can connect with our: Rainbow and Women in Science networks, Parenting support, our Waipapa Marae and our flagship Tuākana Māori and Pacific support programme

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

The School of Biological Sciences at The University of Auckland is seeking a highly motivated and capable Assistant Technologist to provide technical and knowledgeable support for Auckland Cytometry, the state-of-the-art flow cytometry core facility. 

As an Assistant Technologist, you will use your technical expertise in flow cytometry to undertake procedures supporting immunology and cell biology in the Auckland Cytometry unit.  You will also be advising users on best practice methods and provide training on a range of equipment.  So your ability to communicate technical information and work with a range of stakeholders is crucial. 

This will be a full-time role (37.5hrs per week)

The remuneration is $62,400 – $72,700 per annum, dependent on skills and experience

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

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, research equipment, vehicles and boats.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A Cellular or Molecular Biology background, with a minimum of a graduate degree in a related field
• Experience in flow cytometry, immunology or cell biology
• The ability to prioritise work demands, organise schedules, and recognize the needs of research-based customers are essential requirements for this position
• Experience in a commercial or service focussed environment is highly preferred  

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 13th October 2024 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number 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 Jo Dodd (Technical Manager) [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information

Equity

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The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz