Mō te tūka | The role

The Research Technician will provide field and technical support for research deliverables within the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences, they will be responsible for supporting research, data collection and management of pastures and animals.

Some tasks of the role include:

• Managing experimental pastures and collecting herbage measurements
• Provide technical assistance to students and partners working within research programs
• Coordinate and be responsible for the management of stock on experimental areas
• Contribute to communication and extension of results at field days
• Conduct administrative duties in association with the project as required.

This is a fixed-term parental leave cover role ending 29 March 2025, working 37.5 hours per week. Remuneration is set at $59,913 per annum.

 

Kā tino Pūkeka/Whēako | Essential skills/experience for the role

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Experience in animal handling and an understanding of the NZ code of Animal Welfare
• Previous experience in pasture management and plant species
• Ability to maintain clear and concise records
• Shows an interest in improving the sustainability of dairy farming and has an empathy with farmers

The following skills and attributes will also be useful:

• Experience in animal handling and an understanding of the NZ code of Animal Welfare
• A bachelor's degree in Agriculture and/or Farm Management, or corresponding work experience in a Research Organisation is preferred but not essential.
• Previous experience with the procedures involved with the efficient running of field trials, including pasture studies and grazing studies
• Has a knowledge of common New Zealand pasture and weed species

 

Kā hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?

As an employee of Lincoln University, you can reap the rewards of working in a supportive organisation with a commitment to equal employment opportunity, diversity and inclusion.

From day one you will be eligible to our staff benefits such as:

• Professional growth with our staff training & development programme
• Five weeks paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
• Free on-site car parking
• Work-life balance with a family-friendly, flexible work environment
• Access to free confidential wellbeing support services through ClearHead
• Access to employee member benefits with Southern Cross Health Insurance
• A state of the art, on-campus gym with discounted fees
• Access to on-site early childhood centre with discounted staff rates
• Boost rewards membership that offers retail & service discounts
• Access to various staff social groups and activities
• Great location - with a lot of new development, stunning gardens & greenery, onsite cafes and walking distance to Lincoln township.

 

Mō mātou | About us

As the longest-running land-based university in the Southern Hemisphere, Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is here to enhance and enrich lives, growing the knowledge of our students so they can shape a world that benefits from a greater understanding of the relationship between our land, people and ecosystems.

With three academic faculties, one teaching division, several research centres, and a range of corporate service units, Lincoln University draws its students from throughout New Zealand and from over 60 countries.

Based on the outskirts of Christchurch with a beautiful campus on the plains of Te Waipounamu, Lincoln is the ideal location for outdoor adventure as well as city life with access to excellent schools, health, and recreation facilities.

 

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Please apply online with your CV and cover letter.

Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to careers@lincoln.ac.nz. We will be considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand.

Applications for this role close on 14 January 2024. Due to staff absences over the holiday period, we will be responding to queries and reviewing applications from Wednesday, 10 January 2024.

To view a position description for this role, visit our careers page: https://careers.lincoln.ac.nz

 

 

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