Senior Technician - Marine Biology - Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora | School of Biological Sciences

Full-time Campus: Auckland City Campus Position Number: 00002473 UoA Department Name: Technical Services Company Description Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science brings together 10 diverse schools and departments to provide outstanding quality teaching and research opportunities. Being the leading science Faculty in New Zealand and is one of the largest in Australasia, it undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological, and computational sciences. More than 8,000 students' study in our schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers. We strive to provide a Faculty that reflects the demographics of our student base and Aotearoa. Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability. Job Description Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora - The School of Biological Sciences is seeking a highly motivated and capable laboratory and field Technician to provide teaching and research support to the city campus and field trip activities. These field activities include research trips as well as undergraduate day and residential field trips to a range of exciting locations. The successful candidate will take on a varied role contributing to field and laboratory research, and supporting teaching and postgraduate study, with a focus on marine biology. You will enjoy working collaboratively and be skilled at communicating in writing and verbally with staff and students. You will also be able to work independently, have strong resilience, attention to detail combined with sound judgment skills and a strong focus on achieving solutions. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in fulfilling our vision and leading the work we do to ensure the principles of Te Tiriti and manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and kaitiakitanga are embedded in our work environment. There are three main duties to this role: To provide specialist support to the marine biology research and teaching team by bringing strong technical expertise and practical skills in the field and laboratory facilities. To apply technical knowledge to the operation of seawater facilities and marine vessels and ensure their ongoing compliance with health and safety, containment, and ethics regulations. To support boating and dive operations within the School. This is a full-time permanent role (37.5 hours per week) The remuneration is $73,400 – $90,700 per annum, dependent on skills and experience The Faculty of Science’s Technical Services Team comprises over 100 technical staff providing specialist support to the Faculty’s academic staff and students across 9 of the 10 Departments. They contribute technical knowledge and expertise to research and teaching activities while ensuring the ongoing operation and compliance of a vast range of laboratories, workshops, teaching facilities, research equipment, vehicles and boats. This position primarily supports Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora/the School of Biological Sciences (SBS). SBS currently employs 150 academic staff, with over 160 research students and 1000 undergraduate and coursework students, incorporating diverse research activities organised into three key discipline areas: Biomedical and Human Biology; Cellular, Molecular and Physiological Biology; and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. SBS is home to the University of Auckland’s first and oldest Tuākana programme (est. 1991). We are looking for someone with aPost-graduate degree in Marine Biology, Ecology or other relevant field, as well as 5+ years practical field work and outdoors experience including data collection and completing research. Our preferred candidate will have: Scientific expertise in marine biology or related field. PADI Rescue Diver certification and boat handling/skipper qualifications. Practical experience with health & safety compliance in a research and teaching environment, particularly in outdoor/field-based activities. Excellent time management, and organisation skills in planning and managing field trips for large groups. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and ability to provide accurate record keeping. 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 Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave and 37.5 hour working week Gender-neutral parental leave policy, including up to 9 weeks’ full pay Confidential access to a range of EAP services, including mental health counselling, financial guidance, neurodiversity coaching and rongoā services. In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equity The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz #J-18808-Ljbffr