Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty with more than 4,000 students studying across six schools, led by world-leading researchers.  We are committed to improving the health of our local, national, and global communities through excellence in teaching, research, service, and engagement.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are on the lookout for a Pharmacy Teaching Technician to join our team on a part time (22.5 hours per week) permanent basis at the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, the University of Auckland, Grafton Campus. The Pharmacy Teaching Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operation of Pharmacy teaching laboratories and provide staff and students with “pharmacy-related” technical skills and services, whilst contributing to the development of practical learning resources and activities.

Deliverables include:

• Provide technical support for academic teaching staff instructing students on relevant pharmacy practice techniques
• Handle medication (prescription and pharmacy only medicines)
• Provide extemporaneous compounding and aseptic compounding
• expertise

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• NZQA or equivalent qualification as a Pharmacy Technician
• Legally allowed to handle medication (prescription and pharmacy only medicines)
• Experience in Pharmacy practice laboratory techniques and procedures (especially Dispensing)
• Working knowledge of and experience with pharmacy and medicines legislation
• Working knowledge of pharmacy software as used in hospital and/or community pharmacies
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Provide extemporaneous compounding and aseptic compounding expertise.

This is a permanent, part time 0.6FTE (22.5 hours per week) position.
Remuneration: $55,000 - $65,000 per annum pro rata

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and several other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 4 Nov 2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz