Senior Technician - Molecular Biosciences

The School of Food Technology & Natural Sciences is seeking a Senior Technician - Molecular Biosciences to join our team at Massey University's Manawatū campus in Palmerston North. This position is a full-time, permanent opportunity.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

The Senior Technician - Molecular Biosciences provides technical support to undergraduate teaching laboratories, postgraduate students, and research activities. The role supports the delivery of practical teaching, ensures laboratories and equipment are maintained to a high standard, and contributes to a safe, efficient, and supportive learning and research environment. While this is not a teaching role, it provides an engaging opportunity to support practical learning, contribute to laboratory operations, and potentially participate in research activities.

Key responsibilities include

Supporting first to third year level undergraduate molecular biosciences laboratory teaching and practical classes, including classes in genetics, biochemistry, and microbiology.

Working collaboratively with technical staff and academic colleagues to deliver laboratory-based courses.

Planning and preparing laboratory sessions, including setup, pack-down, and resource management.

Maintaining laboratory equipment, consumables, and teaching resources.

Ensuring safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with regulations.

Liaising with Facilities Management regarding laboratory maintenance and contractor access.

Ordering and managing laboratory supplies and chemical inventories (including Vertere/Chemwatch system).

Providing technical training to students and staff.

Supporting digital teaching delivery via Stream, including resource management.

Assisting with laboratory teaching, such as the save operation of equipment.

Contributing to the development and updating of teaching manuals, protocols, and course resources.

Supporting multi-modal teaching through development of digital resources (e.g. images, videos).

Assisting with student administration, including marks management and communication via Stream and SMS.

Maintaining accurate laboratory records, inventories, and health and safety documentation.

Supporting compliance with HSNO regulations, including work with GMOs.

Providing cover during peak teaching periods and for technical staff absences.

Mōu | About you

To be successful in this role you will have a relevant tertiary qualification of at least a Masters, or equivalent significant hands-on laboratory experience in molecular cell biology and biochemistry (or related field). You will also have demonstrated experience in technical responsibilities, implementation of new protocols as required, extensive troubleshooting, and self-motivation.

Ko ngā hua o te tūranga? | What's in it for you?

You'll join a collaborative, future-focused team supporting world-class teaching and research. Based on our Manawatu campus, you'll enjoy a supportive work environment with a healthy work-life balance, and access to campus facilities including cafes, gym, and green spaces.

You will also receive up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme, five university holidays each year, and a subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your whānau.

The salary for this position will depend on skills and experience but will be in the range of Grade 5 ($60,069 - $84,876).

Apply now and make an impact that matters.

Further enquiries should be directed to the Molecular Biosciences Group Leader - Evelyn Sattlegger at [email protected].