Research Technician

**Research Technician**:
Join our Molecular and Algal Ecology team and work on nationally significant culture collection projects in our state-of-the-art molecular laboratory.

**About the role**:
We have an opportunity for a Research Technician to join our team in providing technical expertise and support with algae culturing and molecular research projects. There may be some method development of molecular work as well.

As part of the role, you will be involved in:

- collection and evaluation of data
- interpretation of results and reporting
- preparation of next-generation sequencing libraries
- routine laboratory and equipment maintenance and calibration
- use of DNA/RNA purification kits, endpoint PCR, electrophoresis gels
- PCR/QPCR/ddPCR assays
- field sampling

This is a permanent full-time position although we are also open to receiving applicants wanting flexible hours.

**About you**:
We’re looking for a tertiary qualified technician who can work independently and manage their own time, as there will be some autonomy as you work on these projects. Ideally, you will also be a team player to join our close-knit team environment.

To be successful you will ideally have:

- a Bachelor of Science or other relevant tertiary qualification
- some prior research or laboratory experience
- some familiarity with environment DNA would be beneficial
- excellent time management and organisational skills
- ability to work within a team
- If you think you have what it takes, but don't meet every single bullet point above, we encourage you to get in touch. We'd love to hear from you regardless, to see if you could be a great fit for our whanau._

**Why work for us?**:
At Cawthron, we pride ourselves on having a supportive, family-like environment for staff to thrive and reach their potential. Join a team of knowledgeable scientists and technicians at forefront of cutting-edge Science.

**About us**:
Cawthron Institute is New Zealand’s largest independent science organisation. Our team specialises in micro-algal culture, field sample processing and development of molecular tools for detection and research into aquatic organisms.

**How to apply**:
Note: We may conduct some pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, verification of qualifications, eligibility to work in New Zealand, and background police checks