Laboratory Technician - Chemistry and Food Science

Job Description:

• Lead teaching laboratory preparation, equipment setup, and routine maintenance
• Collaborate effectively with academic and technical staff to support teaching and research activities
• Permanent, full-time position based at AUT City Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

As our technician, you’ll provide advanced technical, operational, and research support across the Chemistry and Food Science laboratories in the School of Science. You’ll manage day‑to‑day lab operations, maintain critical equipment, and work directly with academic staff and students to support hands‑on learning and high‑quality research. You will:

• Provide equipment training and safety oversight across teaching and research laboratories
• Ensure laboratories are maintained in a safe, compliant, and well-organised condition
• Manage laboratory consumables, procurement processes, and inventory control

About you | Ko wai koe

If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience - you’ll fit right in.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a laboratory technician or research support role (preferred)
• Strong academic background in Food Science, Chemistry, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated experience with analytical instrumentation, method development, and laboratory safety practices
• Proven ability to support and contribute to postgraduate research projects
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a team.
• Bachelor’s degree (BSc) required; postgraduate qualification preferred

A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (link).

As a professional member of staff at AUT, you’ll help keep us moving forward. From improving our services and streamlining our systems to supporting the experiences of students and staff across our campuses. By working collaboratively, solving problems and driving practical improvements, you’ll play a vital role in helping us operate smoothly, raise our profile, and evolve what we do, every day.

You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your role and career. We offer:

• Professional development including access to funded study pathways, to support ongoing capability building
• Free gym membership across three campuses
• Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports belonging.
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contribution and how you live our values.
• The tools and trust to make a meaningful difference every day.
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose.
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your CV, please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criterialisted above.

Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $76,000 - $102,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• For further information: please send us an enquiry here or call 09 921 9499.
• Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 12th May 2026, 11:55pm
• Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 95282

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week

*At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.*

Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 09 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.