Medical Laboratory Scientist, Diagnostic Genetics, LabPlus at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• New Zealands leading hospital laboratory
• 0.8 FTE permanent role
• Based in Auckland City Hospital

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Microarray team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with NZs largest and highly specialised hospital based laboratory service.

In this role, you will perform laboratory analyses and associated tasks ensuring delivery of high quality and timely services in line with clinical expectations with an overall emphasis on quality outcomes. Although this role is primarily based in the Microarray section of our department, you may have the opportunity to work across other sections of the diagnostic genetics laboratory. 

For further details, please refer to the position description here.

About the Service

The Diagnostic Genetics laboratory provides a comprehensive service using both cytogenetic and molecular genetics techniques enabling us to resolve clinical diagnoses with a genetic component. We analyse pre and post-natal samples, providing predictive testing, and confirmation of a clinical diagnosis in the management of a spectrum of both malignant and inherited disorders.

The Microarray team uses chromosomal microarray analysis (CMA) to identify gains and losses of genomic material that are related to clinical phenotypes. Testing is provided for a wide range of clinical indications for both prenatal and postnatal referrals.

For further information please contact Pippa Grainger, Scientist Unit Manager, Diagnostic Genetics on 09 3074949 ext 22010 or 021462365 email pgrainger@adhb.govt.nz

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About you

To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and attributes:

• Qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist registered with the Medical Sciences Council of NZ and current APC.
• Experience in copy number variant curation is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in a laboratory carrying out molecular diagnostic techniques is essential.
• A methodical and organised approach to work with a keen focus on accuracy and data quality.
• Experience with assay development and introduction of new tests is preferable.
• Good knowledge of the ISO15189:2022 standards. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Flexibility to suit the service demands with the ability to prioritise and deliver to deadlines.
• Working knowledge of computer based systems within the context of a Medical Laboratory.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 9 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Aaron Chamberlain at Aaron.Chamberlain@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.