The role & opportunity
At Ag Research, our purpose is to use science to enhance the value, productivity, and profitability of New Zealand’s pastoral, agri-food, and agri-technology sector value chains to contribute to economic growth and beneficial environmental and social outcomes for New Zealand. We are committed to the knowledge system of mātauranga Māori on equal footing with Western science and existing structures, that have helped support positive change in farming practices and food production in Aotearoa.
We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic proteomics scientist with proven expertise in mass spectrometry and an interest in agricultural samples (soil to plate) to join the Proteins & Metabolites team in Lincoln, New Zealand. The scientist will be performing a range of proteomics-based projects and is expected to perform challenging hands-on mass spectrometry work, including LC-MS maintenance and troubleshooting, but also bioinformatics analyses, result interpretation and science writing.
Job Title: Proteomics Scientist, Protein & Metabolites team
Location: Lincoln
Minimum and maximum base salary: $88,173 – $103,733
Minimum guaranteed hours work per week: 40
Days Required: Monday to Friday
Number of Positions: One
Employment Type: Permanent fulltime