Research Technician, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.

Here at the Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences, 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.

We are seeking to appoint a motivated, experienced and energetic technician to contribute to a research project investigating the role of placental extracellular vesicles in fetomaternal communication during pregnancy.

Why us?

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through flexible employment practices and a culture that encourages and supports staff to reach their full potential. We offer a competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, and over 300 different career development courses.

In addition, the University offers a company superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, childcare and a number of other subsidies on internal and external services.

For more information please visit: Career development and benefits.

Who are we looking for?

This role will involve working with small animals, human placental explant/cell culture, histology and flow cytometry.

• You will hold a MSc or BSc (Hons), or equivalent, in an area relevant to biomedical and/or reproductive science.
• Previous experience in small animal handling and/or flow cytometry will be a major advantage
• You will have excellent communication and people skills, and be able to work both independently under the supervision of the project leader and as part of a team.

This is a full-time, two-year fixed term role. For further information please contact Professor Larry Chamley via l.chamley@auckland.ac.nz.

Apply today!

Professional Staff Level 4.

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Applications close on Friday 24th March 2017.