{"id":465,"date":"2020-10-19T14:28:53","date_gmt":"2020-10-19T01:28:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.otago.ac.nz\/go\/?page_id=465"},"modified":"2025-08-20T12:48:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T00:48:29","slug":"careers-and-opportunities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.otago.ac.nz\/go\/careers-and-opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"Careers and Opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Careers_in_Genetics\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Careers in Genetics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Current_Opportunities\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Current Opportunities<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"Careers_in_Genetics\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"color: #000080\">Careers in Genetics<\/span><\/h1>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Genetics Otago and the Genetics Teaching Programme are both often asked: <em>&#8220;What can I do with a degree majoring in Genetics?&#8221; <\/em> While the answer is not quite <em>&#8220;Anything!&#8221;<\/em> it is pretty close.<\/p>\n<p>The sectors requiring genetics graduates are only expanding: you could be a researcher, lab technician, innovator, genetic counsellor, bio-science marketer, forensic scientist, agricultural consultant, museum professional, science writer or journalist, policy advisor, environmental worker, teacher, patent specialist, and more.<\/p>\n<p>In an attempt to show the diversity of jobs available to our graduates we hold an annual Career Evening in collaboration with the Department of Biochemistry and the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. Since 2019 these evenings have been recorded and you can watch a small selection of these presentations here.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Careers: Commercial Research Scientist\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SSho8hvGYgY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Careers: Engagement and Communications Officer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Vv_0Gic_6xk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Careers: Medical Writer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4D4_rtwHRsI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Careers: Chief Scientific Officer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_AMBBxgBDIc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>You can watch more science graduates talk about their careers on this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLR7FsP8fJuHS7SV-SuD0hWbB-gz6Lx1BM\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Careers Information Evenings YouTube playlist<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"topofpage\">^ <a href=\"#top\">Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"Current_Opportunities\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"color: #000080\">Current Opportunities<\/span><\/h1>\n<hr \/>\n<p>If you would like to advertise a project, job or opportunity, please get in touch with us <a href=\"mailto:go@otago.ac.nz\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Projects<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<ul>\n<li><i>The MAppSc (Quantitative Genetics) is looking to establish and maintain a list of research projects appropriate for their APPS597 (Supervised Independent Study) paper (<a title=\"https:\/\/www.otago.ac.nz\/courses\/papers\/index.html?papercode=APPS597\" href=\"https:\/\/www.otago.ac.nz\/courses\/papers\/index.html?papercode=APPS597\">https:\/\/www.otago.ac.nz\/courses\/papers\/index.html?papercode=APPS597<\/a>).<\/i> Projects should be broadly statistics-based, connecting genotype with phenotype and be of a suitable scope for a 40-point paper. Supervision is open to all University of Otago campuses and to industry and research institutes (supervisors need not be academic staff). If you have a project you would like considered please contact Dr Phil Wilcox (<a title=\"mailto:phillip.wilcox@otago.ac.nz\" href=\"mailto:phillip.wilcox@otago.ac.nz\">phillip.wilcox@otago.ac.nz<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Jobs<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\">We have Research Assistant positions available through our Pathways to PhD program at the Heart Research Institute (HRI) Please see the Seek ad here: <a id=\"menur1b0\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.seek.com.au%2fjob%2f86578880%3fref%3dcm-ui&amp;data=05%7c02%7cgo%40otago.ac.nz%7c24289088d90748ce540408dddeea9035%7c0225efc578fe4928b1579ef24809e9ba%7c0%7c0%7c638911821232631256%7cunknown%7ctwfpbgzsb3d8eyjfbxb0eu1hcgkionrydwusilyioiiwljaumdawmcisilaioijxaw4zmiisikfoijoitwfpbcisilduijoyfq%3d%3d%7c0%7c%7c%7c&amp;sdata=c4ac%2bhool0lzdj3rz5d2htgxqcgqtjqp0kaxv29psqs%3d&amp;reserved=0\" href=\"https:\/\/apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.seek.com.au%2Fjob%2F86578880%3Fref%3Dcm-ui&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cgo%40otago.ac.nz%7C24289088d90748ce540408dddeea9035%7C0225efc578fe4928b1579ef24809e9ba%7C0%7C0%7C638911821232631256%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=c4ac%2BHOoL0lzDJ3rZ5D2HTgxQCGQTjqp0kaXv29pSqs%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Link Research Assistants \u2013 Pathways to PhD Program for NZ Graduates Job in Newtown, Sydney NSW - SEEK\">Research Assistants \u2013 Pathways to PhD Program for NZ Graduates Job in Newtown, Sydney NSW &#8211; SEEK. <\/a>This is an exciting opportunity for honours and masters graduates from New Zealand considering a career in medical research, including the pursuit of doctoral studies. The positions offer up to 12-months\u2019 paid work placement at HRI\u2019s state-of-the-art laboratories in Sydney, Australia for honours graduates to work as Research Assistants. This fantastic program ensures you will receive training and full mentorship in groundbreaking cardiovascular disease research, as well as the opportunity to build your career profile towards a PhD.\n<p>Job Description: <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.otago.ac.nz\/go\/files\/2025\/08\/NZ-RA-Pathways-Ad-August-2025.pdf\">NZ RA Pathways Ad &#8211; August 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Anyone interested can also send their applications or queries to our careers inbox at <a id=\"menur1b2\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"mailto:careers@hri.org.au\" href=\"mailto:careers@hri.org.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Link careers@hri.org.au\">careers@hri.org.au<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Internship<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"column\">\n<ul>\n<li>Genetics Otago is looking for <em>Science Communication Interns<\/em> to help with content creation for our blog, YouTube channel, and annual magazine. You do not need to have formal science communication training, just an interest in the area of either genetics or science communication. Your work will be fully credited and viewed by our members, university leaders, high school students and the general public. If you are interested or would like to know more <a href=\"mailto:go@otago.ac.nz\">please contact us<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Scholarships<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"column\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Heart Research Institute (HRI) is a leading independent medical research institute committed to tackling the world\u2019s number one killer &#8211; cardiovascular disease. HRI\u2019s vision is to save and improve the lives of people with cardiovascular disorders through world-class research and innovation. At our cutting-edge Institute, we nurture the brightest minds to discover the causes and complexities of cardiovascular disorders.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">To continue producing innovative and world-leading cardiovascular research, HRI recognises the need to attract and support upcoming researchers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">HRI is inviting high-achieving, passionate New Zealand undergraduates to apply to undertake a Masters or PhD at HRI.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Key Benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li>Generous financial support of $40,000, per annum (tax-free)<\/li>\n<li>Return flights from New Zealand to Sydney (initial and return trip covered)<\/li>\n<li>Accommodation support of up to $600 p\/week for the first two weeks in Sydney<\/li>\n<li>Mentorship from senior scientists leading innovative research.<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities for casual employment at HRI during your studies<\/li>\n<li>Access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative networks at an excellent location in the heart of Newtown, close to the University of Sydney and the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.otago.ac.nz\/go\/files\/2025\/08\/HDR-NZ-Scholarship-Opportunities-Final.pdf\">HDR NZ Scholarship Opportunities &#8211; Final<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400\">Anyone interested can also send their applications or queries to our careers inbox at <a href=\"mailto:careers@hri.org.au\">careers@hri.org.au<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Competitions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>None Currently<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Participate<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"column\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/secure-www.otago.ac.nz\/sciences\/engagement\/outreach\/outreach-certificate\/\">Division of Sciences Outreach Certificate<\/a> &#8211; If you are a student who would like to earn hours towards an outreach certificate please <a href=\"mailto:go@otago.ac.nz\">get in touch. <\/a>We have opportunities to write for our Blog, to participate in school outreach and to help in the organisation of hubs and events.<\/li>\n<li>Professor Martin Kennedy,\u00a0EDGI NZ co-lead Investigator, is\u00a0looking for any New Zealander, aged 16 and over, with first-hand experience of an eating disorder, to volunteer for an important genetics study. For more information or to volunteer, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.edgi.nz\/\">www.edgi.nz<\/a>\u00a0or email <a href=\"http:\/\/otago.ac.nz.\/\">edgi@otago.ac.nz<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Biomedical Research Community Survey: <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.otago.ac.nz\/go\/files\/2021\/10\/Biomedical-Research-Community-Survey38.pdf\">Biomedical Research Community Survey<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"topofpage\">^ <a href=\"#top\">Top of Page<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Careers in Genetics Current Opportunities &nbsp; Careers in Genetics Genetics Otago and the Genetics Teaching Programme are both often asked: &#8220;What can I do with a degree majoring in Genetics?&#8221; While the answer is not quite &#8220;Anything!&#8221; it is pretty close. 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