Biobank Technician, Te Ira Kāwai – The Auckland Regional Biobank

Job Description

• Do you want to further your career in NZ’s leading research-led University
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• Genuine opportunity to advance your skills in a highly respected team
• Full-time permanent role, located in Grafton

Bring your expertise to provide support for tissue and other biobanking needs in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS) in collaboration with allied district health boards.

A talented research technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist with extensive laboratory experience is being sought to join our highly respected research team within the Te Ira Kāwai - Auckland Regional Biobank.

This is a vital role in providing support for tissue and other biobanking needs, enabling our laboratory to function efficiently and effectively.

Our ideal candidate will bring the following:

• Experience in working with human samples, blood and tissue, particularly sterile preparation techniques
• General laboratory skills including blood processing, DNA/RNA extraction and histological techniques.
• Data entry competence, comfort interacting with patients and meticulous attention to detail are also required.
• Flexibility, be well organised and able to multi-task, is self-motivated, diligent and have initiative.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team and can adapt and develop new skills.
• The vacancy would suit a candidate with a BSc, BMLS or equivalent degree.
• Other duties will include ensuring maintenance of the facility, laboratory equipment, supplies and supporting laboratory compliance with both the University and District Health Board codes of practice.

The position is primarily based at the University of Auckland, Grafton campus though staff are expected to work across the regional network where required. A driver’s licence would be of value.

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

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

• Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balance
• Career development programmes
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• 6.75% superannuation scheme

For more information please visitStaff Benefitspage.

Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information

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 offshore 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 theImmigration New Zealand websiteor theNew 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