Laboratory Scientist
Our Department of Surgery and Anaesthesia is a multidisciplinary group dedicated to linking basic science with clinical research.
Summary about this job
Government
Company: University of Otago
Location: Wellington
Work type: Full Time
Salary: Appointment range $54,235 to $58,392
Phone: +64-3-278-9109
Fax: +64-3-567-1364
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Detail information about job Laboratory Scientist. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Carry out practical laboratory work
- Contribute to the development, conduct and dissemination of research projects
- Fixed-term position in intellectually stimulating area
SURGERY and ANAESTHESIA
UNIVERSITY of OTAGO, WELLINGTON
Our School
The Department of Surgery and Anaesthesia at the University of Otago, Wellington is a multidisciplinary group dedicated to linking basic science with clinical research, and providing high quality clinical teaching.
Our department conducts a broad spectrum of research ranging from basic and translational science to clinical studies. Our research interests cover a broad range of surgical disciplines, as well as anaesthesia, emergency medicine, and cardiovascular physiology and medicine.
The Role
This Laboratory Scientist position works to carry out practical laboratory work while contributing to the development, conduct and dissemination of research projects that relate to molecular biomarkers in surgical cancers and cardiovascular disease.
You will be involved in and gain experience with a wide range of intellectually stimulating areas including:
- The collection of tissue for biobanking.
- Isolation, culture, and characterisation of adipose-derived stem cells.
- Running laboratory assays including ELISAs, Western blots, and RT-qPCR.
- Running scientifically rigorous research projects and preparing research outputs.
Your Skills and Experience
- BBioMedSc, BMedLab Sci, BSc or equivalent.
- Experience in molecular biological and/or genetic techniques.
- Understanding of and commitment to confidentiality and ethics in dealing with clinical information for patients involved in research studies.
- Enthusiasm for learning new skills and an ability to work across a variety of tasks.
Further Details
This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months.
Applications quoting reference number 1801284 will close on Sunday, 29 July 2018.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
To see a full job description and to apply online go to: www.otago.ac.nz/jobs
Equal opportunity in employment is University policy.
E tautoko ana Te Whare Wananga o Otago i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.