Science Technician

Positioned in the hub of South Auckland, Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec (MITU) prides itself on being a progressive and visionary employer providing high-quality education and training within a multicultural environment.

It's busy at MIT and we are looking for some awesome staff to help us meet the needs of our students as they make important decisions for their future and progress through their learning journey with us.

We have an exciting opportunity available for someone to join our close-knit laboratory team as a Science Technician. This is a permanent part-time position at 25.5 hours each week, working Monday to Friday. Previous laboratory experience (minimum 2 years), excellent time management, problem solving skills, with some lifting being required and knowledge of the 2015 Health & Safety act is essential for this role.

The role will be responsible for the set-up of teaching resources in the labs including the handling of raw offal when required, laboratory equipment maintenance and stock control.

The position will be supporting the Senior Science Technician and Laboratory Manager on a day-to-day basis.

The successful candidate will have a broad range of technical laboratory skills encompassing a variety of science disciplines (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Human Anatomy and Physiology).  If you have hands on practical laboratory experience, preferably in a medical or educational environment**,** this role may be ideal for you.

This position will be based at the Manukau Campus with a commencement date of 25th January, 2027

Ahurea – Culture

At MITU you will work with some incredible people who are passionate about the positive impact we make to the communities we serve. We offer a work environment which values genuine people who care for others, are well-connected, open and approachable and strive for excellence in all we do. If you are excited by the role and feel you would fit well into our organisation, we would love to hear from you.

"Kua herea mātou ki te whai i te tūturutanga o Te Tiriti o Waitangi." We are committed to creating and maintaining a culturally sensitive work environment in relation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Me pēwhea te tono - How to Apply

For a copy of the Job Description or to apply visit http://careers.manukau.ac.nz

If you would like any further information please contact Shallu Tokas, People and Culture, (09) 976 0221 976 0221)

Applications will be reviewed as they come in and interviews may commence prior to the close date, Thursday, 29 Oct 2026.