The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and organised Geochemistry | Earth Science Technologist to operate and maintain the School of Environment X-ray analytical Research Laboratories in our Microcharacterisation Facility.  

In this role, you will be supporting postgraduate students and academic staff, but also the wider University on a wide range of exciting research projects.  

The appointed candidate will be primarily responsible for the ongoing maintenance, technical support and operation of key research equipment, including, but not limited to:

• PANalytical Axios X-ray Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF)
• Cox Analytical Itrax Core Scanner
• X-ray Preparation facilities

Along with running a state of the art laboratory, you will provide strong analytical expertise and training to users who could be academics, students or commercial users. You will also ensure compliance and health and safety requirements are met.  

For more information, please view the position description. 

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will hold a Bachelors degree in Geochemistry, Earth Science or a related discipline with essential experience with X-ray fluorescence (XRF) 

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

• Experience in operating, maintaining and troubleshooting scientific analytical equipment and facilities
• Excellent communication skills as you will be working with a wide range of stakeholders
• A positive can-do attitude and a team player nature 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

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

• Flexible employment practices
• Career development programmes
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• Company superannuation scheme, 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 23rd February 2021 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV combined as one document.

In accordance with our commitment to equitable recruitment, the University welcomes applications from all suitably qualified and experienced candidates. In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government has imposed a travel ban and are currently only allowing New Zealand Residents, Citizens and visa holders meeting a strict exception policy to enter the country, all of whom must currently enter Government approved quarantine for two weeks on arrival.

It is uncertain when these border restrictions will change, and this may impact the degree to which an off-shore candidate can engage in the interview process; or be available to commence in a new position. For more information and updates on the border restrictions visit the Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government’s official Covid-19 website.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz