Medical Laboratory Scientist - Immunology | 14-month Parental Leave Fixed Term

About the company | Mō Tātou

At Pathlab, we have a culture of continuous learning and development. People are at the core of everything we do. Join us to find your sense of belonging with a company that will nurture and invest in your potential.

Pathlab Waikato is a proud member of the wider Pathlab group. Owned and directed by a team of highly experienced, local Pathologists, we are proud of our robust systems and innovative solutions. We are quality and people-focused, helping more than 5,000 patients per day throughout the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Lakes regions.

Our values reflect our commitment to service excellence, treating each other with respect and honesty, staying enthusiastic about continuous improvement, respecting our New Zealand heritage, and acknowledging the Treaty of Waitangi.

About the role | Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga

We are seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Immunology team based in Hamilton for a 14-month parental leave fixed-term.

Pathlab Waikato’s Immunology department operates between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, and includes the sub-disciplines of autoimmunity and infectious serology. Pathlab Waikato is home to the centralised Immunology Department, providing specialist services across the Pathlab network. We take pride in delivering a high-quality, efficient service to our patients, supported by state-of-the-art technology and equipment. Working in an innovative, challenging, and rewarding environment, we are committed to fostering professional growth through ongoing learning and development opportunities for our employees.

About you | He kōrero mōu

You will demonstrate clinical and practical knowledge and expertise in the different aspects of service delivery within an Immunology department. Your initiative, positive attitude and professionalism will allow you to transition seamlessly into our team.

Our ideal candidates will be able to clearly demonstrate

• Experience working in an Immunology clinical laboratory (preferred).
• Current registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and a current APC.
• Emerging leadership talent and team empathy, with the potential to take on future senior positions within the team.
• Practical experience of operating and troubleshooting laboratory analysers and equipment.
• Foundational knowledge of medical Immunology.
• An understanding of quality systems and practices, including familiarity with IANZ requirements.

How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please apply with your CV via the Seek portal. Include a cover letter outlining your key skills, achievements, and professional goals.

Pathlab is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.