M te tka | The role Provide molecular techniques (isolation of DNA, RNA, proteins and metabolites and RNA seq analyses), glasshouse technical support for research deliverables within the Smart Ideas -Unlocking the potential of microbial bioactive compounds to promote forest health. This is a programme led by Dr Artemio Mendoza Mendoza from the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences. As part of this role, you will be responsible for research data collection and field and glasshouse trial management.

This is a fixed-term role ending 28 January 2027. You will be working 18.75 hours per week (0.

5 FTE) based at our Lincoln Campus. The remuneration range is $60,000 - $65,000 per annum depending on experience (pro rata to 0.5 FTE).

K tino Pkeka/Whako | Essential skills/experience for the role To be successful in this role you will need: A postgraduate degree in Agricultural or Plant Science Previous experience in RNA viruses from Phytophthora pluvialis. Experience with DNA and RNA from plants, microorganisms. Capacity to analyse Next Generation sequencing data.

Experience in plant pathogens of tress, such as Phytophthora pluvialis and/or D. septosporum. Ability to work in a PC2 research facility.

Ability to follow defined protocols and procedures. Ability to maintain clear and concise records. Has an interest in research work and experimentation.

K 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) Annual salary reviews Contributions towards eye tests and the cost of glasses 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.

M mtou | About us As the longest-running land-based university in the Southern Hemisphere, Te Whare Wnaka 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 ov.