Laboratory Manager - Geology

%3Cp style=%22font-family:Times New Roman;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#f4b142;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:18px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cimg src=%22https://www.otago.ac.nz/assets/humanresources/documents/Geology.jpg%22 alt=%22%22 width=%22850%22 height=%22345%22%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Times New Roman;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#f4b142;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:18px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E_%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY | TE TARI TĀTAI AROWHENUA%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDIVISION OF SCIENCES | TE ROHE A AHIKĀROA%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ELead and enhance specialist Earth science laboratories that support internationally recognised research and teaching at the University of Otago.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EThe role | Te mahi%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EOur geochemistry, petrology, sedimentology, fossil preparation, paleomag and geophysics laboratories support world-class research and teaching across a broad range of Earth science disciplines.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EAs Department Laboratory Manager, you will ensure our laboratories are safe, effective and fit for purpose while supporting staff, students and visitors. You will oversee laboratory infrastructure, lead facility improvement projects, manage chemical inventories and hazardous substances, provide training and inductions for laboratory users, and work with Laboratory Managers across the University to support access to specialist facilities.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EYou will join a collaborative team supporting three key facilities: the Geology Building, the Centre for Trace Element Analysis (CTEA), and the Otago Repository for Core Analysis (ORCA).%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EKey responsibilities include:%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Ensuring the Geology Building laboratories meet University and legislative health and safety requirements, including PPE, first aid and hazardous substances protocols.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Managing and supporting technical staff, postgraduate and undergraduate students, and visitors.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Conducting inductions and delivering training in laboratory procedures and specialist equipment.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Coordinating maintenance, repairs and facility upgrades in collaboration with internal and external service providers.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Managing chemical inventories, storage, disposal and compliance documentation.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Serving as backup for MPI Biological Compliance operations related to geological research.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Leading initiatives to enhance laboratory functionality and support departmental research needs.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESkills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ETo be successful in this role, you will have:%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;An MSc or equivalent qualification in geoscience, chemistry or a related discipline.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Experience working in a geochemistry, chemistry or related laboratory environment.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Experience developing and maintaining professional laboratory procedures.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Experience training, supervising or managing staff and students.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;The ability to build effective working relationships with academic, technical and professional staff.%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;A proactive commitment to continuous improvement.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout our team | Mō te tīma%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe Department of Geology is internationally recognised for the quality and breadth of its research, teaching and graduates. Our research and teaching are closely connected to the geology of New Zealand, the Southern Ocean and Antarctica, with a strong focus on understanding Earth processes and addressing environmental challenges.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EFurther details | Pūroko%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThis is a permanent, part-time (22.5 hours per week) position located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe salary level for this position is Level 7 - %2480,749 to %2485,649, Top of Range %24100,776 (pro rata).%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EWe offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave , a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance and plenty of professional development opportunities%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EYou must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EFor further information, or to discuss the role in confidence – please contact Professor Chris Moy, via the contact details below.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EApplication | Tono%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ETo submit your application (including CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest) please click the apply button.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EApplications quoting reference number 2601282 will close on Monday, 30 November 2026.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EApplications may be considered as they are received. 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Job Details

Primary Location: NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status: Permanent

Salary Level and Range: Level 7 (Range of Appointments $80,749 to $85,649, Top of Range $100,776)

Organisation: Geology

Job Function: Technical Management