Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

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.

Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world, and in turn passing this knowledge on to our students.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Our Technical Services Team at the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences are looking for a reliable person to work as research support for staff and students in the Auckland Cancer Society Research Centre. Experience in a biomedical research environment and in vivo techniques is essential. Experience in cell culture techniques would make you a strong candidate.

You will be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day operations within the Centre, providing support for researchers with the anti-cancer therapies being investigated.

Your key accountabilities include:

• Maintaining equipment, consumables and materials as required
• Assist researchers produce outputs of publishable quality
• Assist with interpretation of experimental outcomes
• Understand and comply with all containment requirements
• Manage purchasing of materials as a Designated Laboratory Person
• Ensure any equipment in your remit is well maintained by arranging repairs, maintenance and calibration as required to ensure optimal functionality
• Ensure all animals held in facilities are kept in conditions that exceed the requirements of the Animals Ethics Committee and other relevant welfare entities
• Maintain high levels of hygiene and compliance in all areas of responsibility.
• Assist academics to undertake specialist procedures, e.g. tissue collection, administration of drugs and/or specialised diets.
• Provide support, training and assistance to staff and students for in vivo/in vitro techniques
• Conduct animal studies as directed by researchers

This position is 12 months Fixed Term and is Fulltime (37.5 hours/week)

Remuneration: $58,501 - $65,000 negotiable on experience and qualifications

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description

He kōrero mōu | About you

The person we are seeking is someone who has:

• Demonstrated experience and competency in in vivo techniques.     
• Meticulous record-keeping skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Integrity, adaptability, and flexibility
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

You will be working with four other Technical Services staff based within the ACSRC supporting about 80 staff and students as required.

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. 

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. 

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 21/08/2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.  

Please reach out to Suhayl Mohammed via [email protected] for more information. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. 

Equity

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