University Of - Technician - Undergraduate Teaching Support - School Of Biological Sciences

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi We are looking for a Technician to support the laboratory operations and equipment set up for first year undergraduate laboratory teaching in the School of Biological Sciences.
You will be tasked with providing technical support in a range of specialties such as biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, anatomy, and chemistry.
Maintaining ongoing health and safety compliance within the labs and in all aspects of your position will be an important part of your role.
Main Accountabilities (not limited too):
• Support the ongoing operational requirements for first year teaching laboratories • Assist the course coordinators to plan and implement teaching activities • Preparation of materials and equipment for first year laboratory sessions • Ensure consumables and materials are purchased and stocked appropriately to meet planned activities and undertake inventory functions and any due diligence as required This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position Ideal start date - February 2025 Remuneration is between $62,400 - $73,401 per annum, dependent on skills and experience For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description Mo to matou ropu | About the team The Faculty of Science's Technical Services Team comprises over 100 technical staff providing specialist support to the Faculty's academic staff and students across 9 of the 10 Departments.
They contribute technical knowledge and expertise to research and teaching activities while ensuring the ongoing operation and compliance of a vast range of laboratories, workshops, teaching facilities, research equipment, vehicles and boats.
This position supports the School of Biological Sciences (SBS) which currently employs 150 academics supporting over 160 research students and 1000 undergraduate and coursework students, across a wide range of disciplines organised into three key discipline areas:
Biomedical and Human Biology, Cellular, Molecular and Physiological Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.
He korero mou | About you Ideally, you will have at least 2 years of experience working in a laboratory setting and some experience in a laboratory teaching environment.
You must have a Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or a related field.
You should also:
• Be confident in the use of basic laboratory equipment • Have strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping skills • Have excellent time management skills and the ability to plan ahead and prioritise • Be able to work flexible hours Nga ahuatanga kei a matou | 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 several other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information, please visit Staff Benefits Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 1st January 2025 to be considered.
We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications.
Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Wendy Payne via
• for a confidential conversation.
Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.
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 Maori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatapu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to 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 equity.auckland.ac.nz