Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers. 

Playing a vital role in contributing to the success of the University of Auckland as a vibrant and progressive University, the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is a large and diverse faculty with more than 4,000 students studying across our six schools, including Schools of Nursing, Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Population Health, Optometry & Vision Science and the School of Medicine. The University of Auckland is acknowledged both locally and internationally for its ground-breaking work in advancing modern medicine and the faculty is regarded as one of the top Medical & Health Sciences faculties in the world.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

This position has become vacant and now presents you with the opportunity to step into a progressive and rewarding position within the Vernon Jansen Unit. This position will develop and deliver high quality technical support and training in the field of neurobehavioural research to the university research community. Please note that this role is called Behavioral Technologist internally.

Your application of knowledge and experience in the field of neurobehavioural research will complement the research outcomes of the VJU stakeholders.  You will be able to grow and promote this support to a wider research community within the University.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000 depending on experience and qualifications. The role is a full time 37.5 hours per week, fixed term role until November 30th 2023.

He kōrero mōu | About you

• You will have strong knowledge and experience in performing neurobehavioural research procedures in animal research models.
• You will be able to advise which behavioural test to apply to a research project
• You will be a great communicator through multiple channels
• Key to your success in this role will be your ability to provide high quality advice, training and support in the application of behavioural tests in vivo.
• You will be able to provide expert analysis of neurobehavioural research data.
• You will understand the importance that animal welfare has on research outcomes.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 07/08/2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Andrew Brown Via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Overseas Applicants

In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government imposed travel restrictions but have recently announced a five-step plan for a phased border re-opening. This phased re-opening will take some time and this may alter the nature of the standard interview process for offshore candidates, particularly at the on-site interview stage. To see how this might affect your application and for more information and updates on the border restrictions and phased re-opening, please visit the Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government's official Covid-19 website.

Equity

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