Mō te tūnga | About the roleThis is an exciting opportunity for a professional, highly motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join the Genetics Section at Canterbury Health Laboratories (www.chl.co.nz). The Genetics Section offers an extensive portfolio of tests for a wide range of clinical applications including single gene and mitochondrial disorders, pre-implantation genetic diagnosis and molecular oncology/haematology. The laboratory is well equipped with the latest technology and has established national and international research collaborations.
This vacancy is a full time (40 hours per week), permanent role, working normal business hours Monday to Friday.
We are ideally looking for an MLS with previous experience working as a scientist in a diagnostic genetic testing laboratory. However, applications from trainee scientists may be considered and full training will be provided.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
You will be registered (or eligible for registration) as an MLS with the New Zealand Medical Sciences Council and will ideally have previous experience working as a scientist in a diagnostic genetic laboratory.

You will be a highly motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team as well as independently. In addition, you will be organised and efficient with effective time management skills.
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore apply directly on our career site here. Contact us on recruitment@cdhb.health.nz for additional information.
We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha, there could be a place for you! Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha.
Applications will be processed as they are received, so please apply as soon as you can.
Mō mātou | About Us
- Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi - Putting people at the heart of all we do -
We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations. We believe in improving, promoting, and protecting the health and well-being of the Canterbury and the West Coast community.
The culture at Health NZ Waitaha Canterbury, is driven by our ā Mātou Uara (Our Value - - - - - - - s):

• Care and respect for others - Manaaki me te whakaute i te tangata.
• Integrity in all we do - Hāpai i ā mātou mahi katoa i runga i te pono.
• Responsibility for outcomes - Te Takohanga i ngā hua

Ngā hua | Benefits of working at Health NZ Te Whatu Ora
When you work at the Health NZ, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses. At Health NZ, you are part of something greater than yourself and encouraged to be your unique self
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore please apply directly on our career site here.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work and live in New Zealand if you do not hold the legal right to live and work in New Zealand your application will be declined.
Contact Kerri Mc Carthy on kerri.mccarthy2@cdhb.health.nz for additional information.
We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Health NZ Waitaha Canterbury, there could be a place for you!
Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within the Health NZ Waitaha Canterbury
Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!