Casual Science Laboratory Technician

Casual Science Laboratory Technician
Christchurch campuses
Casual, as and when required

• Step in during busy periods and support hands on science laboratories
• Bring lab experience and strong health and safety knowledge
• Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider

Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi - About the Role

We're looking for someone to step in and support our science laboratories during periods of increased activity.
As a Science Laboratory Technician, you'll provide hands on support across our science laboratories, helping to ensure practical classes and activities run smoothly. This includes preparing and setting up laboratories, supporting teaching staff and learners, maintaining equipment, and ensuring laboratories remain safe, tidy and well organised. You'll be someone we can rely on to jump in when workloads increase and extra support is needed.
This is a true casual role with no guaranteed hours. Work will be offered on an as needed basis, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and flexibility while staying connected to a busy lab environment.

Ngā Pūkenga Me Ngā Wheako - Skills and Experience

We're looking for someone who has previous experience working in a laboratory environment, along with sound practical knowledge of health and safety in a lab setting. You're organised, reliable and comfortable following established procedures while working collaboratively with academic and technical staff. A flexible approach and willingness to help where needed will be key to success in this role.

You'll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in a science related discipline
• Current industry or discipline knowledge
• Strong digital literacy, including competence using a computer and Microsoft Office
• Experience setting up and packing down practical laboratory work, including biology, microbiology, chemistry and molecular biology, in line with health and safety requirements
• Experience storing, handling and disposing of micro organisms and or chemicals, including hazardous substances, in compliance with relevant legislation
• Ability to collect, handle and dispose of biological material for dissection
• Experience monitoring and maintaining inventories, including asset registers, stock taking and purchasing
• The ability to support teaching delivery, including assisting with the development and production of teaching resources

A Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science or Level 6 Diploma in Applied Science, and a current full driver's licence would be an advantage, but are not essential. We're happy to provide training as needed for the right candidate.

Mō Mātou - About us

Ara Institute of Canterbury is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute providing world class, tertiary level education throughout the Canterbury and Waitaki region. Our talented employees, innovative business collaborators and supportive community partners are passionate about the role they play in our learners' success.
Ara is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds with excellence to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our catchment (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, Ara recognises the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

Tono Ināianei - Apply now

We accept applications via our online application system. For any other queries, please email .

Rā Katinga - 11:55pm Sunday, 12 April 2026 (note, we may commence interviews before the closing date)