Scientific Officer

Mō te tūnga | About the role
An exciting
opportunity for a professional, highly motivated Scientific Officer to join the
Specialist Services, Endocrinology and Steroid Chemistry Section at Canterbury
This is a
permanent, full time position in a busy laboratory that provides diagnostic and
research testing nationally and internationally. The vacancy is for 40 hours
per week and is suitable for a Scientific
Officer, Healthcare Scientist or Higher Specialist Scientist. An MSc or PhD qualification in Biochemistry,
Endocrinology, Steroid Chemistry or relevant discipline is essential.
The Endocrinology
and Steroid Chemistry Section offers an extensive portfolio of tests for a wide
differentiation disorders and
other endocrine disorders. The
laboratory is well equipped with the latest technology and has established
national and international research collaborations.
The primary
function of this role is collaborating with the section and other scientific
officers to lead the further expansion of Mass Spectrometry with relation to
endocrine disorders. Ideally, you will
have the expertise and skills to perform a range of tests on Mass Spectrometry
and High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) platforms, however it is
anticipated that the individual may need to build capability over time to fully
manage this portfolio.
You will be
registered (or eligible for registration) as an MLS with the New Zealand
Medical Sciences Council. You will be competent in method development, documentation and
translation to clinical practice and have experience with technical
troubleshooting of analytical platforms, as this is a core component of day to
day operations.

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.
Mō mātou | About Us
Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand, leads the
day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions
delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. It weaves the
functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions
and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system.
Here in Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health
services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region.
- 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
- Waitaha, 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
huaNgā hua | Benefits
of working at Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha
When you work at Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha, 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 - Waitaha, you are part of
something greater than yourself and encouraged to be your unique self.
additional information.
We have a range of clinical and non-clinical
roles at Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha, there could be a place for you Please visit our careers website for other
roles and find your ideal fit within Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha.
soon as you can.
The Future of the Health Industry
a person who has been vaccinated against Covid-19. It is therefore a condition
requirement includes gaining Booster Doses required to perform your role under
the Health Order. As a person working in the health and disability sector you
will come into contact with a large number of people, some of whom may be
vulnerable. Without a vaccine, there is
the risk that you may contract Covid-19.
The requirement to be vaccinated is to keep you safe and also to
endeavour to protect others against the potential transmission of Covid-19 as a
result of you contracting it in the course of your employment.
Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai