Mo te tunga | About the role This is an exciting opportunity for a professional, highly motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join the Genetics Section at Canterbury Health Laboratories ( The Genetics Section offers an extensive portfolio of tests for a wide range of clinical applications including single gene and mitochondrial disorders, pre-implantation genetic diagnosis and molecular oncology/haematology.
The laboratory is well equipped with the latest technology and has established national and international research collaborations.
This vacancy is a full time (40 hours per week), permanent role, working normal business hours Monday to Friday.
We are ideally looking for an MLS with previous experience working as a scientist in a diagnostic genetic testing laboratory.
However, applications from trainee scientists may be considered and full training will be provided.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience You will be registered (or eligible for registration) as an MLS with the New Zealand Medical Sciences Council and will ideally have previous experience working as a scientist in a diagnostic genetic laboratory.
You will be a highly motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team as well as independently.
In addition, you will be organised and efficient with effective time management skills.
Tono inaianei | Apply Now Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore apply directly on our career site here.
Contact us on for additional information.
Applications will be processed as they are received, so please apply as soon as you can.
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Tono inaianei | Apply Now Only applications submitted via our career site will be accepted, therefore please apply directly on our career site here.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work and live in New Zealand; if you do not hold the legal right to live and work in New Zealand your application will be declined.
Contact Kerri McCarthy on for additional information.
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