Animal Technician

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand University of Canterbury Full time
Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech & Hearing

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

  • Parttime at 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
  • Continuing (i.e. permanent) position.
  • Work Monday 8.30am3pm, Tues, Wed and Thursday 8.30am2.30pm (can be flexible)
  • Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā_
  • Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei._

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

Mōu | Who You Are
You have experience working in a facility caring for a variety of species of animals, (preferably a facility compliant with the requirements of the Animal Welfare Act 1999 and the Biosecurity Act It is preferred if you had experience working in a research environment.

You have completed a minimum introductory Animal Care qualification or are willing to study towards one.

You are self-motivated and have demonstrated an ability for managing time and resources effectively. You have excellent interpersonal skills, to effectively work with a wide variety of people.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With


The School of Psychology, Speech & Hearing | Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo is committed to excellence in teaching and research.

We aim to provide undergraduate and postgraduate education, and to carry out high class research and clinical services; and to facilitate the use by society of the knowledge gained.


Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora - Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.


We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity.

The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.


The closing date for this position is: 23rd
January 2023 (midnight, NZ time):

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume_. _

You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role.

If you hold a valid work visa and are physically present in New Zealand then you may also be considered.


Job Details:

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Posted on
09 Jan 2023- Closes on

23 Jan :55- Location(s)

Christchurch- Expertise
Administration, Technician- Job level(s)
Entry/Graduate- Work type(s)
Continuing (Permanent) part-time
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