Veterinary Laboratory Scientist

IDEXX; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Annual bonus

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Pet product discounts

Pet diagnostic testing credit

Tenure recognition

Volunteer days

One IDEXX program

Job summary

Idexx is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Veterinary Laboratory Scientist to join our team in Hamilton, New Zealand. This full-time role (Tuesday-Saturday) is based in our state-of-the-art laboratory and supported by our Microbiology and Patient Sample Management teams to deliver high-quality diagnostic testing services.

In this hybrid role you will apply your microbiology expertise to investigations, validation of results, and timely sample processing, while upholding IDEXX

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Medical Science or equivalent.
• Experience working in a diagnostics laboratory.
• Experience in microbiology diagnostics preferred but not essential.
• Understanding of IANZ and ISO 17025 standards.
• Willingness to work Tuesday-Saturday on rotating day shifts.
• Ability to meet tight turnaround times in a commercial lab.
• Commitment to IDEXX values and safety policies.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor of Medical Science / equivalent degree

Job description

Idexx is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Veterinary Laboratory Scientist to join our dedicated team in a full-time capacity (Tuesday-Saturday) at our state-of-the-art laboratory in Hamilton, New Zealand. As a key member of our Microbiology and Patient Sample Management teams, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, efficient, and timely diagnostic testing services for IDEXX Reference Laboratories, while also supporting critical Patient Sample Management activities.

In this hybrid role, you will apply your professional expertise to microbiology investigations, using sound professional judgement in the interpretation, verification, analysis, testing, and validation of results. You will also contribute to the accuracy, quality, and efficiency of our diagnostic services by supporting Patient Sample Management workflows and laboratory testing within the Microbiology department.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a global leader in veterinary diagnostics while working in a collaborative and innovative environment.

You Will Have

• A Bachelor of Medical Science/or equivalent degree.
• Experience working in a diagnostics laboratory.
• Experience working in a Microbiology diagnostics laboratory (ideal, but not essential).
• An understanding of IANZ and ISO 17025, standards.
• The ability to be flexible and comfortable with full-time hours between Tuesday-Saturday on rotating day shifts.
• Experience in operating efficiently and effectively to meet tight turnaround times in a commercial lab environment.
• Passion for providing exceptional customer service.
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Commitment to our IDEXX values, diligent attention to our Quality system and Health & Safety policies/procedures.

What can we offer?

• Investment in professional development and career growth.
• Competitive annual bonus scheme and compensation review.
• Be rewarded for your contributions through our Reward and Recognition Program.
• Enhanced bereavement leave for family and pets!
• Paid parental leave and health insurance benefits.
• Free wellness programs, Fitness Reimbursements, Mental Wellness & Healthy Weight Programs– ability to earn points & prizes.
• Discounts on Pet Products and $500 per year towards diagnostic testing for your pets.
• Tenure recognition including days off and bonus payments for reaching key milestones.
• Contribute towards your charity of choosing through our One IDEXX program and paid volunteer Days annually.
• We help pets lead fuller lives + + + + + + +

Why IDEXX?

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery.

At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together.

Idexx values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Idexx is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, colour, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.