Research Technician - Surgical Sciences (Invercargill)Surgical Sciences – Invercargill, South Island• Are you interested in the outcomes of exercise on postoperative care?• Do you like working independently as part of a larger group?• Do you have great interpersonal and organisational skills?• Are you looking for part-time, flexible work?If so, we may have the role for you!The role/Te mahiOur research group based in Invercargill (Southland Hospital) is exploring the use of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to improve postoperative outcomes, and we need assistance to conduct exercise interventions.Key tasks of this role include:Recruiting patients.Training patients.Setting up laboratory equipment.Recording data.We are looking for candidates with:Excellent organisational skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish patient rapport.Ability to interact compassionately and tactfully with participants.Ability to work independently as well as within a strong team environment.Willingness to learn new skills.Experience with cardiopulmonary exercise testing and/or exercise training would be ideal, but full training will be given.The appointee will need to hold a current first aid certificate for this role. Ideally, candidates will have this at the time of application, but if not, the candidate will be given the opportunity to obtain this before commencing.This is a fixed term (until 31 January 2026) position, located in Invercargill (Southland Hospital).Hours are variable (minimum 10 hours – maximum 40 hours month). Work hours will depend on patient availability and will be by negotiation with the successful candidate.You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.Specific inquiries regarding the role can be directed to Dr Kari Clifford, Department of Surgical Sciences, via the contact details below.Application/TonoTo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2401662 will close Wednesday, 20 November 2024.Note: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed.
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