Mycologist

The Ministry for Primary Industries’ Plant Health and Environment Laboratory in Auckland has a vacancy for an experienced Mycologist to provide professional diagnostic and advisory services for fungi in plants collected during surveillance and investigation activities, or intercepted at the border.

The successful applicant will have/be:

• A  PhD or equivalent qualification (post-graduate degree and relevant technical experience) in mycology
• Competent diagnostic skills using traditional and molecular techniques
• Proven project management skills
• A team player with excellent communication skills, leadership ability, initiative, and sound judgment
• Able to think outside of the square

Preference will be given to applicants with experience within a quality environment, proven planning and organisational skills, able to prioritise under pressure and adapt to changing demands.

Depending on experience, the successful candidate will be appointed as a Scientist (Level 1) or Senior Scientist (Level 2).