Teaching Technician Physiology Laboratories- Faculty of Medical and Health Science

Job Description

The University is Aotearoa New Zealand’s pre-eminent higher education institution and a comprehensive, research-intensive, and international university, as reflected in our global ranking – 81 in the 2021 QS World University Rankings and 1st in the world in the THE University Impact Rankings.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, with a turnover of $1.1bn, including research revenue of over $200m generated across eight diverse faculties and two research institutes. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Laboratory Technician within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences this is a permanent 0.75FTE position (28 hours a week).

This is a dynamic role, where the core function is to oversee the successful planning and technical set-up of the Physiology undergraduate teaching laboratories across several different courses.

You will also be responsible for the acquisition of consumables and maintaining Health and Safety standards as per University and legislative requirements.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this Position Description.

Ideally, you will hold a BSc, MSc or equivalent in Physiology or Biomedical Science with prior experience in a tertiary teaching laboratory. You will have understanding and practical experience in a wide range of Physiological techniques and processes.

Success in this role requires you to be able to troubleshoot on the spot and resolve any issues with the specialised equipment. You’ll be a strong communicator ready to help our students to thrive.

The University of Auckland (42,000 students) 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.

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 20th of June 2021 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting your suitability for this position.

Additional Information

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 towww.equity.auckland.ac.nz

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 imposeda travelbanandare currently only allowing New Zealand Residents,Citizensandvisa holders meeting a strict exceptionpolicytoenter the country, all of whom mustcurrentlyenter 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 anoff-shorecandidate 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 theImmigration New Zealand websiteor theNew Zealand Government’s official Covid-19 website.