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Posted 16 July, 2026

Army - Reserve Medical Scientific Officer

Defence Technology Agency
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: bb28ee0ca5483623

Job Description

About the role Entry type Location You will work for the laboratory output within a miniature surgical facility, functioning and interacting with a small multi-skilled, emergency focussed team specifically prepared to work in mobile tented surgical scenarios or on board the surgical facility on the ship HMNZS CANTERBURY, often in austere and hostile environments, under military operational conditions. The Medical Scientist will need to maintain their own clinical competency and provide safe, best practice within this environment. Maintaining professional relationships with external agencies, such as the New Zealand Blood Service or Civilian (DHB) Laboratory Staff are a must in this role. Requirements Basics Must be18 years old by the time you graduate from recruit course. You are required to be currently registered with the Medical Science s Council of New Zealand and be in possession of a current annual practising certificate . Ideally you will have competence in each of the following areas: We offer guidance on entry requirements in oureligibility section . Apply if you're uncertain, as we’ll work through the criteria with you to determine if you can proceed. As a Reserve Medical Scientist in the NZ Army, you will be able to take your existing skills to the next level. The comprehensivetrainingyou will receive as an Officerwill allow you to lead teamsof people, in all kinds of situations. You will needto maintain their clinical competency and provide safe, best practice within the Role 2 environment (similar to a miniature surgical facility). Additionally as an Officer within the medical environment, you will not only be responsible for the provisionofthe operationalmedicallaboratorybut also contribute to: Maintainingequipment that will allow for its deployment within the unit’s response times. Ensuring a detailed quality assurance/control system is implemented and followed. Maintaining effective communicationwith key internal and external NZ Army Staff. As a Reservist you are paid on an hourly rate rather than a salary. Pay rates depend on the role you are in and your rank; your pay will increase as you move through the ranks. As an Army Reserve soldier, the minimum remuneration you will be paid is a daily rate, including holiday pay. The NZDF also pays 4% Kiwisaver on top of your personal contribution. Your remuneration will increase on promotion and seniority. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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