Clinical Vascular Scientist (Sonographer)

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DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY AND CRITICAL CARE | DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY, DEPARTMENT OF VASCULAR
DUNEDIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | DUNEDIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Are you an enthusiastic motivated Sonographer wishing to work in the area of vascular disease?

Then this job is for you. We invite you to apply for this full-time position of Clinical Vascular Scientist (Sonographer) in the Otago Vascular Diagnostics Assessment Unit within the Department of Surgery and Critical Care.

About our team/ABOUT OUR TEAM

We are a team of vascular surgeons, technologists, vascular sonographers and research staff using various diagnostic investigations to research the causes and management of vascular conditions.

Our unit provides clinical diagnostic services to the Southern District Health Board, and to the wider community, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases.

The unit is also part of the Vascular Research Group and works closely with other research groups at local, national and international levels.

The role/THE ROLE

In this role you will join a multidisciplinary focused clinical research team investigating vascular disease.

This position involves working within a fun team of vascular technicians and sonographers in assessing patients with vascular disease, using physiological techniques and ultrasound. Assessments are carried out for the purpose of both clinical patient care and research. The successful applicant would learn the specific techniques and assist in the general tasks of the Assessment Unit.

Skills and experience/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate would be expected and supported to support clinical research and teaching, along with clinical ultrasound services to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora.

You will have:
• A post graduate diploma in medical ultrasound (DMU) or an equivalent recognised qualification (We may consider a new graduate with specific vascular training).
• To be registrable with the Medical Radiation Technologists Board (MRTB).
• Good organisational skills.
• A professional approach and ability to relate well when dealing with the public.
• High standards of both oral and written communication skills.

Further details/FURTHER DETAILS

This is a permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) position, based in Dunedin, commencing in October 2026. Part-time hours may also be considered.

The salary range for this position is $71,630 to $110,000 per annum.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

For further information please contact Brigid G. Hill via the contact details below.

Application/APPLICATION

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below.

Applications quoting reference 2601260 will close on Sunday, 27 September 2026

Applications may be reviewed as they are received, the University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Contact: Ms Brigid (Gerry) Hill

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

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Location: About Dunedin