Technologist - School of Biological Sciences

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland is the largest and most highly ranked science faculty in New Zealand. The Faculty of Science is ranked among the top 90 science faculties worldwide by the QS World University Rankings. The 10 departments and schools that form the Faculty of Science represent the breadth and diversity of science in our modern world.

Our staff and students can connect with our flagship groups including Tuākana, Rainbow, Women of Colour, Māori, Pacific, Muslim, and Disabled Staff network and our Waipapa Marae.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

As a Genomics Technologist within Auckland Genomics at the University of Auckland, you won’t just be running protocols — you’ll be enabling discovery across biomedical science, ecology, evolution, and beyond. Every project that moves through the facility represents new knowledge in the making, and you’ll be at the centre of it.

This is a fast-paced, high-impact environment where precision meets performance. With multiple projects running simultaneously and tight turnaround times, your ability to stay calm under pressure, manage competing priorities, and deliver exceptional quality will be critical.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality genomics outcomes in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with competing deadlines and complex project demands
• Integrate lab expertise with advanced computational workflows, including confident use of high-performance computing platforms
• Act as a trusted technical partner, building strong relationships with researchers, postgraduate students, and commercial stakeholders
• Proactively identify workflow improvements and drive continuous
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, organisational capability, and resilience while managing a high-volume workload

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent position

Remuneration: $78,601 - $90,700 per annum, dependent on experience

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description 

He kōrero mōu | About you

You are technically strong, calm under pressure, and highly organised. You enjoy working at pace and understand the demands of delivering high-quality scientific services within strict timelines.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences (MSc or PhD preferred)
• 2–3 years’ experience in a molecular biology or analytical laboratory environment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in high-pressure, deadline-driven settings
• Experience managing high workloads while maintaining quality and compliance
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills — confident engaging with researchers, students, and commercial clients
• Advanced attention to detail in laboratory practice and record keeping
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate issues before they arise
• Strong computational capability, including experience working on high-performance computing/supercomputing infrastructure
• Experience with NGS library preparation and QC analysis (preferred)
• Basic bioinformatics skills (e.g., bash scripting, sequencing QC; familiarity with NESI/REANNZ advantageous)

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently ranked among the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 15th March 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV, highlighting how you can meet the skills and experience detailed above.

Please reach out to Nikki Freed (Lead Technologist) via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email. 

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, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz