Senior Technician

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January 19, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
JR102020
** Te tūnga | The role
** We have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Technician to join the fast-paced Genomics & Bioinformatics group at our Kenepuru Science Centre in  this role you will be involved in routine service delivery in our Sequencing Facility Laboratory and support research activities in the wider Genomics & Bioinformatics group. This includes:
* All laboratory aspects of extracting nucleic acids, preparing samples for sequencing, and generating genomic data.
* Conducting laboratory tests, preparing laboratory test reports, and maintaining laboratory record systems.
* General laboratory duties in the Sequencing Facility and the wider Genomics team as required.
* Contributing to the development and establishment of new work including new methods and research projects.
** Kia angitu koe** **| About you
** To be successful in this role you will have:
* An appropriate science qualification at the tertiary level.
* Registration or eligibility for professional registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (MSC).
* Experience in and knowledge of molecular biology. This includes aseptic techniques, nucleic acid extraction and quantitation, high-throughput PCR, and Illumina and Oxford Nanopore sequencing technologies.
* Competency in the analysis, interpretation, and reporting of technical data.
* Knowledge of PC2 laboratory safety practices, biological and chemical hazards.
* Competency in the use of computers, including databases.
* Initiative, flexibility, and a willingness to support the wider team.
* A methodical approach to work, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively, ability to meet deadlines and provide excellent service.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills to liaise with our internal and external clients.
** Ngā painga | The benefits
*** Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments.
* Four weeks annual leave, plus two additional annual leave days and three additional PHF Science days (usually the three days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve)
* 15 days sick leave & Service leave provisions after five years
* Annual volunteer day to support an organisation or issue you care about in the community.
* Free annual flu vaccinations
* Life insurance and physical loss benefit
* Subsidised Southern Cross insurance & access to special retail discounts.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a confidential and free counselling service.

Established in 2025, formerly ESR, PHF Science is a New Zealand Government-owned research organisation dedicated to the health, wellbeing and safety of our communities. Specialising in public health and forensic sciences, we monitor disease, help ensure safe food and water, reduce harm from drugs, support the justice system and more. Our science powers innovations and solutions to help New Zealand prosper and grow.

With 4 locations across Aotearoa New Zealand from Auckland to Christchurch and Wellington (Kenepuru and Wallaceville), we use world-leading science to monitor disease, test food and products, safeguard our water, and support the justice sector. By joining forces with experts and iwi, we’re tackling critical issues to ensure a better Aotearoa New Zealand for all.

We are an accredited Living Wage employer and value our people, providing excellent environment for fostering and developing our people in a values-driven, flexible, and ever evolving landscape. We are committed to sustainability and are proud to have received our Toitū Carbon reduce Certification.
** Tono mai** **| Apply Now
** We encourage applications from those with an understanding of or a willingness to develop their capability in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and/or te reo Māori.

If you would like to request a full position description, please get in touch with recruitment
** Applications close at 8.00pm, 19 January 2026. Interviews will take place in early February.
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