Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe are currently looking for an experienced Technician to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.This role will contribute to a research program aimed at understanding the causes and mechanisms of Motor Neuron Disease. You will be responsible for research support, including experimentation, training, and administration.Ngā Haepapa Matua | Key Responsibilities (not limited to):Act as the laboratory technician supporting research studies in the labCarry out, and train postgraduate students to carry out, experiments on human brain tissue and/or cultured cellsEnsure all materials and equipment are purchased, stocked, and maintained appropriatelyMaintain lab records including budget-keepingUnderstand and comply with specific legal and regulatory requirements of the lab generallyFor more detailed information on the role, accountabilities, and requirements, please review this position description This is a full‑time (37.5 hrs p/w), 6-month fixed-term positionThe remuneration range is $63,600 - $74,846 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
At Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora | the School of Biological Sciences, teach and conduct research across all scales of the living world, from molecules to ecosystems. Modern biology is also interdisciplinary, and embraces other STEM disciplines, including chemistry, mathematics, statistics and computer science. 
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 and research equipment.He kōrero mōu | About you Our ideal candidate will have a BSc (Hons) or MSc (or equivalent) in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Pharmacology or Physiology and have relevant laboratory experience.You will be required to have excellent technical skills and thorough working knowledge in either mammalian cell culture and/ or immunohistochemistry and related techniques, as well as laboratory management.Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake          Self-motivated and well organised with excellent time management          Meticulous record-keeping skills          Excellent communication skills, both oral and written          Integrity, adaptability, and flexibility          Ability to work independently and as a team memberMe pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyApplications must be submitted online by the closing date of 28th June 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV, highlighting how you can meet the skills and experience detailed above.Please reach out to Wendy Payne (Technical Team Leader) via w.payne@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. 
