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Senior Scientist – Bacteriology and Mycology
Role type: Fixed-Term, Full Time Until June 2027
Location: Wellington, Upper Hutt
General Salary Range D: $100,934 - $118,005 depending on skills and experience
We're looking for a Senior Scientist – Bacteriology and Mycology to join New Zealand's National Animal Health Laboratory at Wallaceville.
In this role, you will provide scientific leadership and day‑to‑day oversight of diagnostic testing to support trade, surveillance, and biosecurity response activities. You will ensure testing is technically sound, timely, and meets strict quality and accreditation standards, while working in high‑containment laboratory environments.
You will play a key role in strengthening diagnostic capability by developing and improving methods, introducing new technologies, and building team capability through coaching and mentoring. ...