"Senior Research Technician"

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly-motivated senior research technician to provide complex, specialist and substantive support to the Cure Programme which is developing regenerative treatments for spinal cord injury.

They will provide leadership and coaching to the research group, and provide specific skills related to preclinical studies and drug delivery.

They demonstrate technical expertise in the practical skills, underlying knowledge and health & safety or compliance considerations relevant to their area, and guide others to undertake practical operations in a safe and effective manner.

They model and encourage behaviours aligned to the development and maintenance of technical expertise in their assigned area, taking responsibility for keeping abreast on the latest technical equipment, tools and techniques in relation to their areas of expertise and train others in their use where appropriate.

This is a fulltime, fixed term position (12 months).

The salary range for this role is $73,400 – $90,700 depending on skills and experience.

For more detailed information, please review the position description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Applicants must have a post-graduate degree in a branch of biomedical science. Experience working in a wet-laboratory and in rodent handling are essential for this position.

Experience in formulation science/pharmaceutical science is highly advantageous, although other laboratory work is relevant.

Applicants must be highly motivated and industrious, enthusiastic, curiosity-driven, and able to work independently, accurately and carefully. Good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential as are personal integrity and good work ethics.

Along with this you will:

• Possess excellent communication skills including report writing and ability to verbally communicate with a range of different stakeholders.
• Have a degree or relevant tertiary qualification.
• Be proficient in project management software and methodologies.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | 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

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 29 March 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Darren Svirskis via d.svirskis@auckland.ac.nz. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.