Casual Lab Technician

Kia hiwa rā!

At Unitec - part of Te Pukenga, we're passionate about the power of education to positively change the lives of our learners, their family and wider communities. We make sure our learners are well equipped for the future needs of employers, by providing them with a mix of hands-on and classroom-based learning.

 

Te āheinga: The opportunity

At Unitec, our Bachelor of Nursing Science programme prepares our future nurses of Aotearoa for an exciting and rewarding career, caring for our sick, elderly and tamariki. We are currently recruiting for a technician to support our Bachelor of Nursing students on a casual basis.

As our Technician, you'll prepare and set up the Laboratory classes. You'll be responsible for looking after laboratory instruments and training people on how to use them, whilst upholding to our Health and Safety guidelines here at Unitec. You will assist the Senior Technician to oversee and provide technical assistance and support to our academic staff. You'll also engage in a wide spectrum of hands-on science tasks.

You'll have a passion for developing the next generation of Nurses, who are well-educated, research-informed and adept in critical thinking.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the position.

 

He kōrero mōu: About you

You'll have:

• You are a strong communicator with impeccable time management skills.
• Since your start and finish times vary week to week, you are flexible and adaptable to work within the set roster.
• Ideally, you are already work in a tertiary sector supporting laboratory classes.
• A Bachelor in Science is essential with your major in a similar field.
• An understanding or desire to learn Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of Kaupapa Māori
• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments

 

Tā mātau rourou: What we offer

Joining Unitec - part of Te Pukenga, you will be working within a diverse organisation that encourages forward-thinking and recognises success.   We offer access to development opportunities. You'll be working in our Waitakere, within a supportive team, where you'll be empowered and have scope for creative thinking.  

 

Tono mai: How to Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.

Click APPLY. Application will close on 18th of March 2024 at 17:00.

Please note: We are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. We do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply

Unitec - part of Te Pukenga is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.