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Situations Vacant Situations Vacant SCIENCE TECHNICIANS MOLECULAR GENETICS MAFTECH MOLECULAR BIOLOGY UNIT, DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries has established a research Unit to map genes and to develop diagnostic probes associated with economically Important characteristics in domestic livestock. This Unit is located in a well equipped University Department and the research is based on specific animal flocks held at the Invermay Agricultural Centre 15km away. Applications are invited for three science technicians to expand the research of the group. POSITION I: VACANCY NO. MTS 89/7 This position is for a science technician to coordinate all the animal requirements of the Unit including the collection and processing of blood samples from the appropriate animals, keeping records of all flocks and assisting with the management of computerised data bases. Applicants must be careful and accurate in their ' work, capable of combining field work, laborato- ' ry procedures arid the maintenance of flock re- ' cords to the high standards required of this key position. Experience in at least two aspects of either animal management, computing and/or laboratory procedures Is essential and additional training will be provided. Minimum qualifications: Diploma In Agriculture or NZCS. POSITION II: VACANCY NO. MTS 89/8 (Two vacancies, one Is a salaried position, the other a one year temporary position reviewable after one year) These positions involve the analysis of DNA samples from selected animals using gel electrophoresis, DNA transfer, detection of DNA sequences using DNA and RNA probes and the development of additional probes through the construction of various sheep DNA libraries. Applicants must have experience in a research laboratory and be capable of accurate work without supervision. Experience In recombinant DNA techniques would be an advantage. Minimum qualification required for these positions Is a University degree or NZCS in the biological sciences. For further information contact Dr Diana Hill at the MAFTech Molecular Biology Unit, University of Otago (Phone (024) 797-865, Fax (024) 741-607). Applications should be made on Form PSI7A (available from any Government Department) quoting the relevant number and forwarded to: MAFTech Personnel Officer Invermay Agricultural Centre Private Bag Mosglel Applications close July 31,1989. SHIFT SUPERVISOR FOOD PROCESSING A NIGHT SHIFT SUPERVISOR is required for approximately three months to supervise 14 people involved in confectionery manufacture In Christchurch. Staff management skills are essential in this hands-on position with the ability to lead a cohesive unit being of prime importance. Experience with food processing techniques and equipment is desirable but not absolutely necessary. All applications will be strictly confidential and should be forwarded (with relevant references) by July 26, 1989, to: OPERATIONS MANAGER P.O. BOX 3051 CHRISTCHURCH Vinyl Layers and Floor Preparation Experts YOU MUST READ THIS! Whether you are currently contracting or working on wages, have you thought about the advantages of working for Auckland’s leading floor covering specialist? Check the benefits of working for hills floorings and compare them with your present situation — you may be pleasantly surprised! Do you have: x Plenty of quality new work in the future? ★ Vehicle and equipment provided at no cost to you? ★ Earnings In excess of $30,000? (including some overtime) ★ No tax worries? ★ Southern Cross membership? (after qualifying period) ★ No chasing slow payers? ★ Training allowance for senior tradesmen responsible for trainees? ★ Relocation assistance? This about it. If you are FULLY EXPERIENCED In commercial and domestic vinyl laying, or you can sand, matrix, and bisonboard floors; and polyurethane cork tiles, phone Peter Mac Shane or Willi Hill toll free on 0800-804-455, or write to Hills Floorings Ltd P.O. Box 22-156 Otahuhu Auckland

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