Territory Development Manager - Bioanalytical Services HGTC - Kelburn, Wellington (Hybrid)

The Malaghan Institute of Medical Research  is New Zealand’s leading independent biomedical research institute, with a focus on breakthrough discoveries in immunology and immunotherapy. We have over 150 staff committed to finding cures for diseases using the body’s own immune system. Through the Hugh Green Technology Centre, the Institute provides advanced technology platforms and specialised services that support translational research and clinical trials.

Bioanalytical Services (BAS), based within the Hugh Green Technology Centre at the Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, provides reliable, accredited bioanalytical support to New Zealand’s clinical trials and research sector. The team specialises in the processing and analysis of biological samples, enabling researchers and trial sponsors to generate high-quality, reproducible data that supports translational research and improved health outcomes. BAS is accredited by IANZ to the ISO/IEC 17025 international standard, reflecting a strong commitment to technical excellence, quality assurance, and robust laboratory practices. Current accredited services include serum, plasma and peripheral blood mononuclear cell (PBMC) processing, as well as genomic DNA extraction from whole blood, all delivered through validated and quality-controlled workflows. The team also aims to bring flow cytometry under accreditation in 2026.

About the Role:

The Territory Development Manager will help grow Malaghan’s Bioanalytical Services by building strong relationships across the New Zealand clinical trials ecosystem. This role focuses on engaging with clinical trial providers, CROs, clinicians, and investigator-led research teams to promote the Institute’s bioanalytical capabilities and develop new service opportunities. The role works closely with the Chief Technology Officer, the Bioanalytical Services team, and Business Development & Commercialisation to ensure commercial opportunities align with the Institute’s scientific capabilities and strategic priorities.

The successful candidate will actively represent Malaghan’s services across New Zealand, helping research teams and trial sponsors access high-quality sample processing, immune monitoring, and analytical services.

This is a (permanent/ fixed term) part-time role (0.4 FTE/ 16 hours)  for an initial 2 years, based at the Malaghan Institute of Medical Research in Kelburn, Wellington. There will be some flexibility to work remotely and travel as part of the responsibilities of the role.

The Malaghan Institute is also an equal opportunity employer, and values diversity alongside being committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Vision Mātauranga. We support Māori health advancement in partnership with Te Urungi Māori, the Institute’s Māori advisory group, we therefore welcome Māori applicants for this role. 

Me Pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

If you think you would be a great asset to our high-performing team, apply now by sending both your Cover Letter and CV. Applications close 14 May 2026 for a start date as soon as possible. Interviews may be held immediately should the right candidates apply, so don’t wait, tone inaianei!

All CVs and cover letters are reviewed by humans in the Malaghan recruitment team. If you’ve taken the time to write an engaging letter directly addressing the role and the work we do, the least we can do is read it. Our promise to you is that your applications are not screened by AI. In return, we respectfully ask that no AI cover letters be submitted. 

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.