Technician - Microbiology & Immunology at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

80285.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Collaborative role, Independent work, Organisational skills, Computer familiarity, Laboratory equipment familiarity, Biological safety cabinets operation, Biological and chemical regulations familiarity, Microbiological skill sets, Immunological skill sets, Culturing microorganisms, Bacteriophage culturing, Mammalian cell cultures, Microbiology techniques, Staining techniques, Accurate record keeping, Time management

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ TE TARI MOROMOROITI ME TE ĀRAI MATE | MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY About our team/ Mō te tīma The Department of Microbiology and Immunology conducts high quality fundamental and applied research in microbiology, immunology and virology, and is recognised for excellent teaching and a strong postgraduate programme. The small class preparation team supports teaching and research through student support, teaching assistance, waste management and research support. The Department is a diverse and collaborative environment committed to equity, inclusion and supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds The role/Te mahi As a technician in the class preparation team, you will be a member of the small team responsible for the preparation of materials for the undergraduate courses run by the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. Duties will include preparation and provision of materials and cultures to support the teaching within these courses, as well as maintenance of equipment and stocks of microorganisms and chemicals. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of people across the department, including academic staff, teaching staff and students. Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako You will be the type of person who enjoys a close collaborative role with relationships to other class preparation technicians. You will also have the capability to work independently and have strong organisational skills. Other important attributes include: • Familiarity with computers. • Familiarity with typical laboratory equipment including centrifuges, water baths, incubators, class II biological safety cabinets etc. • Familiarity with biological and chemical regulations and safety. • Microbiological and immunological skill sets including culturing microorganisms, bacteriophages and mammalian cell cultures. • Familiarity with microbiology techniques, particularly staining techniques. • Accurate record keeping. • Ability to manage time. • Good communication skills A MSc or higher degree in microbiology or allied field, or a National Diploma in Science and/or prior equivalent microbiology experience are required. Further details/Pūroko This is a permanent part-time (30 hours per week/0.8FTE) position, located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin, with an intended start date in early March 2026. There is the opportunity for personal development including first aid certification and certification in electrical testing. The salary range for this position is Level 5 from $69,931 to $74,609, Top of Range $80,285. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. We offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave (pro-rata), a Kiwisaver approved scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance. Applications from candidates with Māori and Pacific backgrounds or strong competencies in these areas are warmly encouraged. Specific enquiries may be directed to Rhodri Harfoot via the email address below. Application/Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter), please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2600281 will close on Wednesday, 25 February 2026. Applications will be reviewed as submitted. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. Additional Information Note: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed. Contact: Rhodri Harfoot Position details: Job Description Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

The technician will be responsible for preparing materials and cultures to support undergraduate teaching courses within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. Duties also include the maintenance of equipment and stocks of microorganisms and chemicals.