Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Technician – Histology

Awanui; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Awanui Labs - Dunedin invites applications for a full-time, permanent Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician in Histology, based in Dunedin. The role is 80 hours per fortnight and requires meticulous work, strong teamwork, and a commitment to quality and customer service.

You will process and store specimens, perform histological techniques, operate LIS, and contribute to meeting turnaround times. Registration with MSC NZ is desirable; evening/weekend rosters apply, with support for

Qualifications

• Registration with MSC NZ and annual practising certificate is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work methodically and adhere to strict quality procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, and accurately store specimens, ensuring urgent samples are prioritized appropriately.
• Plan and manage workload effectively to meet established deadlines and laboratory turnaround times.
• Perform routine and specialised histological techniques following validated protocols and SOPs.
• Apply a thorough understanding of the principles and techniques underlying departmental methods.
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with SOPs and method manuals.
• Perform routine equipment checks, calibrations, maintenance, and quality control, escalating issues as necessary.
• Utilize the Laboratory Information System (LIS) proficiently, including generating worklists and accurately recording experimental or test data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Strong quality focus

Excellent communication

Organised and methodical

Willingness to learn

Education

MSC NZ Registration / Annual Practising Certificate desirable

Tools

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Technician – Histology
Full time, Permanent Position

Dunedin

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:

Awanui Labs - Dunedin (previously known as SCL) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the community, healthcare professionals and their patients. Awanui labs - Dunedin is owned by Awanui Group (Previously known as Asia Pacific Healthcare Group), a healthcare company committed to providing facilities and services that deliver exceptional care to its clients.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:

Our Histology department is on the lookout for a passionate and capable Intern or Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our dynamic team in Dunedin. This is a full-time permanent position, working 80 hours per fortnight.

You must be willing to learn new skills, work well alone and as part of a team. You will need to be extremely well-organised, detail-oriented and friendly with a strong focus on quality and customer service. The successful applicant must have a high degree of accuracy and be self-sufficient to excel in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, process, and accurately store specimens, ensuring urgent samples are prioritized appropriately.
• Plan and manage workload effectively to meet established deadlines and laboratory turnaround times.
• Perform routine and specialised histological techniques following validated protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Apply a thorough understanding of the principles and techniques underlying departmental methods.
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with departmental SOPs and method manuals.
• Perform routine equipment checks, calibrations, maintenance, and quality control, identifying issues and escalating them as necessary.
• Utilize the Laboratory Information System (LIS) proficiently, including generating worklists and accurately recording experimental or test data.

About you | He kōrero mōu

To be successful in this role you need to have:

• The ability to work in a methodical manner adhering to strict quality procedure guidelines.
• A team focus with initiative, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Excellent attention to detail, with good record-keeping skills.
• The ability to work independently, while in a supported role.
• Registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practicing Certificate is desirable, but not essential.
• You will be required to participate in our evening and weekend rosters
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

If you are not already registered with the Medical Science Council of New Zealand, we will support you working towards become qualified within 2 years of employment.

What’s in it for you | He aha mōu:

• Manaakitanga - We Care for each other and the people we serve.
• Whakapakari - We Improve and adapt to create opportunities for success.
• Hiranga - We Deliver the highest quality medical and scientific expertise.

Our laboratory is highly automated and technically advanced, already delivering an outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals.

Explore excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning and Development team, ensuring your professional competency and career growth.

Application closes on 16th October 2026