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University of Auckland

Senior Research Programme Coordinator

Auckland

FULL TIME

October 16, 2024

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.

Job Description

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

The Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) is a cross-faculty research centre. Our research deals with the application of mathematical and engineering sciences to biology and human physiology. We aim to improve understanding of physiological processes and the diagnosis and treatment of injury or disease.
The Research Services team at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute support our research community to carry out cutting-edge, exciting research that extends beyond conventional bioengineering research.
We are excited to announce that we have an opportunity for a permanent Senior Research Programme Coordinator to join our team.
In this role, you will hold key responsibilities for activities related to our post-award support in ABI. In addition, you will hold a portfolio of researchers providing effective coordination of various tasks throughout the research lifecycle from proposal through to project closure.
Key Accountabilities:
  • Proposal and project coordination throughout the full lifecycle from the pre-award to the post-award.
  • Proactively disseminate funder contract knowledge and compliance within ABI to ensure compliance with ABI and University policies and procedures.
  • Take a lead in process development and documentation of ABI research management.
  • Establish strong working relationships with other key central stakeholders such as Shared Transaction Centre, Research & Innovation Office, Research Operations Centre and other ABI members.
  • Provide mentoring and coaching to Research Programme Coordinators, including training for new team members.
  • You will be the first point of contact related to research management support to researchers assigned to your portfolio, providing them excellent research management support.
This is a full-time role, 37.5 hours per week. The salary range is $68,600 - $84,700 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.


About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū

ABI is a world-leading research institute that aims to improve medical diagnosis and treatment of injury and disease. We do this through the application of engineering sciences and technical innovation to medicine and human physiology.
The Institute has around 250 members, of which approximately 105 are graduate students enrolled in Doctoral or Master's research. All our students are members of at least one multi-disciplinary research team, which often include valuable collaborations with domestic and international clinicians, medical professionals, computer scientists and bioengineers.
Find out more about us in the video below and via the following links:
  • Meet our staff
  • Welcome from the Director - Professor Merryn Tawhai
  • About the Institute


About you | He kōrero mōu

  • You will be adept at working collaboratively, with the ability and autonomy to effectively prioritise your own workload to meet deadlines.
  • You’ll also be problem-solver, flexible and adaptable in a busy environment, balancing multiple demands to a high level of accuracy, with exceptional attention to detail.
  • You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interpret and explain complex policies and information to people from various backgrounds and levels of understanding.
  • You will have proven experience of financial processes and information, as well as a high proficiency with Microsoft Excel that gives you the confidence and ability to develop, analyse, and complete ad-hoc financial reporting requirements
  • Experience with effective post-award research management of international funding (e.g. US Federal, Welcome Trust)
  • Passionate about supporting world-leading research that contributes to the wellbeing and healthier outcomes of Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree, relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent working experience.


Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:
  • Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
  • Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
  • A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave
In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.


Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please reach out to Kiel Joe via k.joe@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation about this role. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 1st November 2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and/or CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Additional Information

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, LGBTQIATakatāpui MVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

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