Company Description
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.
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.
Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
Dementia Prevention Research Clinics, School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
The New Zealand Dementia Prevention Research Clinics is a longitudinal research study investigating factors that influence the development and progression of memory problems in New Zealanders. In our national network of Dementia Prevention Research Clinics we are investigating a wide range of factors including things we can measure from clinical assessment, brain scans, measures of memory and thinking abilities, blood samples, and lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, mental stimulation and social interactions.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
Do you want to be part of something new and challenging? Do you want to be involved with facilitating the future of modern medicine?
The Auckland Dementia Prevention Research Clinic seeks to appoint a Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist for its Tissue Bank. The vacancy would suit a candidate with a BSc, BMLS or equivalent degree.
The applicant would need to be available to help with daily early morning blood collections and processing. Ideally the applicant should have experience working with human samples, blood and tissue, particularly sterile preparation techniques as well as general laboratory skill including DNA/RNA extraction. Data entry competence, comfort interacting with participants, and meticulous attention to detail are also required.
Other duties will include ensuring maintenance of the facility, laboratory equipment, supplies and supporting laboratory compliance with University codes of practice.
This is a fulltime (37.5 hours per week), fixed term (12 months) position. The salary range for this role is Band E, between $58,300 - $72,700 based on skills and experience. The position is primarily based at the University of Auckland, Grafton campus.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.
He kōrero mōu | About you

This position would suit someone who is flexible, well organised and able to multi-task, is self-motivated, industrious and has initiative. The candidate must also be able to work both independently and as part of a team and have an ability to adapt and develop new skills. This position will support the collection and processing of blood samples and administration needs of the Auckland Dementia Prevention Research Clinic.
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.
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 3 October 2024 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 Erin Cawston, via e.cawston@auckland.ac.nz, for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
For further support on applying and how to write your cover letter or create a CV please see the staff intranet site detailing how to apply for internal roles.

Additional Information

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, LGBTQIATakatāpui MVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz