Senior Research Programme Coordinator

University of Auckland
US$72,000 - US$86,000
Auckland, Auckland
Full time
3 weeks ago

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.  We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.

The Liggins Institute is one of the world’s leading centres for research on foetal and child health, nutrition, epigenetics and evolutionary medicine, with a key focus on the long-term consequences of early life events. Our vision is 'a healthy start for a healthy life'. 

The Liggins Institute strives to improve the health of our communities through excellence in the advancement of scientific discovery, developing and nurturing our staff, reduction of inequalities, and engagement with our communities.  

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Research Programme Coordinator to join the team at the Liggins Institute, to support academics through the research lifecycle, from initial costing and submission of high-quality research proposals to the ongoing management of active projects and project closures.

This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunity.
The remuneration is $72,000 - $86,000 per annum, dependant on skills and experience.

For more detailed information, please refer to the position description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Reporting through to the Research Programme Manager, you will be working closely with a tight knit research support team that includes a Research Services Manager, Research Programme Managers, and a Research Programme Coordinator. In addition, you will be supporting a range of researchers, from those starting out in their research career though to high-profile researchers making a significant contribution to health research.

Qualifications

He kōrero mōu | About you

The successful candidate will be a highly organised individual, who has proven research management and financial experience in a research-intensive setting, along with excellent communication skills. They will be a positive, self-starter with the ability to build relationships and maintain a high level of customer service while proactively finding solutions to a range of complex issues. This is a busy environment, so they will need to be flexible and able to balance multiple demands to a high level of accuracy, all with an exceptional attention to detail.

You will have:

Additional Information

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
 

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, and is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 20 July 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Jane Duffy, via j.duffy@auckland.ac.nz, for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

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