Medical Laboratory Scientist Immunology

6 months ago

Christchurch, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury Full time

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

Canterbury Health Laboratories (CHL) is a busy diagnostic facility providing services to inpatients and outpatients at Te Whatu Ora Waitaha (Canterbury). You will be working for the largest medical laboratory within Te Waipounamu.

The diagnostic Immunology section of CHL supports clinicians in the diagnosis and management of patients with diseases resulting from disorders of the immune systems within the broad group of systemic and organ-based autoimmunity, autoinflammation allergy and primary and secondary immunodeficiency.

The CHL Immunology Department has a long-established expertise in development, analysis and clinical interpretation of antibody assays, cellular immunophenotyping and functional immune studies. The laboratory is clinically lead by a Consultant Immunologist and works closely with the Clinical Immunology/Allergy services and Rheumatology services which are integrated as one department.

The immunology service test repertoire includes detection of a range of diagnostic autoantibodies, serological allergy testing, both routine and bespoke immunodeficiency investigations and therapeutic biological (monoclonal antibodies) drug monitoring. The section is continually adding new tests to the repertoire. Routine laboratory techniques include ELISA, gel-based assays, indirect immunofluorescence, FIEA (immunoCAP), line blot, radioimmunoassay, flow cytometry and HPLC.

The department also runs the paediatric allergy skin testing service for the Canterbury region.

This is a part-time (32 hours per week) permanent position, based at CHL which sited in central Christchurch.

We are looking for a scientist with previous immunology laboratory experience to join our team. Applications from scientists from other disciplines with transferable laboratory skills will also be considered. Additional experience in assay development, HPLC and quality management (compliance with ISO:15189) would be advantageous.

There will be opportunities within the role to further develop of analytical and clinical knowledge. An interest in research and development will be encouraged. The laboratory fosters a close relationship with the co-located Medical and Health Science School, Christchurch campus of the University of Otago.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

This role requires the following:

- A registered Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) preferably with a current practicing certificate or qualifications that would allow/lead to registration as an MLS.
- Practical experience in routine immunological assay techniques (e.g. ELISA, Immunofluorescence microscropy)
- HPLC experience would be desirable
- Familiarity with laboratory processes and experience in a similar role
- Methodical and practical skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy skills
- Interpersonal and organisational skills
- Data entry experience
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook and Excel)

**Mō mātou | About Us**
- Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi_ - _Putting people at the heart of all we do - _

We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations. We believe in improving, promoting, and protecting the health and well-being of the Canterbury and the West Coast community.

The culture at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha Canterbury, is driven by our **ā Mātou Uara (Our Value**:

- **s)**:

- Care and respect for others - Manaaki me te whakaute i te tangata.
- Integrity in all we do - Hāpai i ā mātou mahi katoa i runga i te pono.
- Responsibility for outcomes - Te Takohanga i ngā hua

**Ngā**
**hua | Benefits of working at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ]**

When you work at the Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ], you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses. At Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ], you are part of something greater than yourself and encouraged to be your unique self

We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha Canterbury, there could be a place for you

Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within the Te Whatu Ora [Health NZ] Waitaha Canterbury

**Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai

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