Diagnostic Genetics Lab Technician - Molecular Testing

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for Diagnostic Genetics, LabPlus in Auckland. Join a leading hospital laboratory providing essential genetic testing services and quality systems aligned to ISO 15189.

You will work across specimen processing, nucleic acid extraction, and advanced molecular workflows, supporting scientists and clinicians to deliver accurate results for inherited disorders, prenatal conditions, and cancer.

Qualifications

• Qualified Medical Laboratory Technician registered with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (or eligible for registration) and hold a current APC.
• Previous experience in a medical laboratory environment.
• Experience with molecular techniques, nucleic acid extraction, or diagnostic laboratory workflows would be advantageous.
• Understanding of quality systems and laboratory accreditation requirements, including ISO 15189 principles.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Specimen processing, nucleic acid extraction, laboratory workflows, data handling, quality management activities, and operation of specialised technologies.
• Work across a diverse testing portfolio supporting chromosome analysis, microarray testing, molecular genetics, and NGS workflows.
• Collaborate with Medical Laboratory Scientists, Clinical Scientists, Pathologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely and reliable results.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality systems

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified MLT NZ registration

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for Diagnostic Genetics, LabPlus in Auckland. Join a leading hospital laboratory providing essential genetic testing services and quality systems aligned to ISO 15189.

You will work across specimen processing, nucleic acid extraction, and advanced molecular workflows, supporting scientists and clinicians to deliver accurate results for inherited disorders, prenatal conditions, and cancer.