Technical Manager - Microbiology & Immunology Labs

University Of Otago

Dunedin

On-site

NZD 76,000 - 81,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of Otago in Dunedin invites applications for a permanent full-time Technical Manager in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. You will maintain facilities and equipment to support high-quality research and teaching, and act as a key link between staff and technicians.

This role requires a tertiary science qualification, experience with containment levels 1–3, strong communication, and excellent organisation.

Qualifications

Tertiary science qualification.
Experience with the operating requirements for physical containment levels 1, 2, and/or 3 will be an asset.
Strong communication skills.
A high degree of organisation is required, including an ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

To evaluate departmental large equipment needs including new and replacement items.
To evaluate, remedy or request equipment and building repairs including joint oversight of building security.
To oversee technical aspects, repairs and maintenance of a Physical Containment (PC) 2 and 3 facilities. Ongoing training will be provided.
To ensure all laboratory equipment is in working order, including computer hardware associated with equipment housed within the building.
To act as Deputy Health and Safety Officer and Deputy Fire Warden.
To ensure all equipment is maintained in safe working condition.
To be on 24hr call for the PC3 facility, monitored cold storage and the Department building and equipment.
To communicate effectively to staff and students about repair and maintenance activities, to minimise disruption to research and teaching.