Technical Specialist - Microbiology

New Zealand Government
📍 New-Zealand, northland, New-Zealand 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 08, 2026

Job Description

Technical Specialist: Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology Department

Whangarei Hospital, Te Tai Tokerau

Permanent full-time position, working 40 hours per week.

Provide direct technical leadership and innovation within the department.

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

As a Technical Specialist, you will provide technical expertise and leadership within the specialised field of Microbiology, ensuring the department consistently meets all relevant standards. You will support the prudent and effective use of staff and physical resources while contributing to a high‑quality, safe, and reliable pathology service. You will be involved in all aspects of specimen handling, including collection, receipt, documentation, registration, processing, and reporting, as well as the management of...

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Job Details

  • Location New-Zealand, northland
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Medical Technology
  • Posted Date July 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 17, 2026