Kairuruku Research Assistant in Ovarian Biology

5 days ago


Kelburn, New Zealand Victoria University of Wellington Full time

Are you reliable, proactive and able to multi-task while meeting deadlines?
- Have you previously worked in a research laboratory and small animal facility?
- Do you have experience with training and supporting post graduate students in research tasks?

**Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role**

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Kairuruku - Research Assistant in Ovarian Biology on a 14-month, fixed term, full-time contract until the end of December 2026.

Key responsibilities:

- Manage Pitman mouse strains in the small animal facility (e.g. manage breeding programmes, record-keeping, ear notching etc.).
- Train and support post-graduate students in their laboratory work.
- Perform laboratory benchwork as required for contracted research.
- Provide general laboratory administration tasks (e.g. consumable ordering, managing cleaning roster, up-date inventories etc.).

**Ō pūmanawa - About you**

You have a genuine interest and knowledge of ovarian biology and have experience working in a Small Animal Facility as well assisting post graduate students in research focused tasks. You are reliable, proactive, and able to juggle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.

Key requirements:

- Minimum of MSc in a biology related field.
- Previous experience with working in an active research laboratory and small animal facility.
- Experience with assisting post-graduate students in research-based tasks.
- Capable of handling and working with rodents.
- Familiarity with an online ordering system.
- Demonstrates effective time-management.

**Close date for vacancy**:23 September 2025.



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