"Technician - Microbiology & Immunology-2600281"

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. 

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

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

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Location: About Dunedin

Primary Location NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status Permanent 

Salary Level and Range Level 5 (Range of Appointments $69,931 to $74,609, Top of Range $80,285)

Organisation Microbiology and Immunology

Job Function Technician