Research Operation Coordinator

The University of Auckland; Auckland; Presencial; NZD 73 000 - 91 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Discounts on health insurance

Five weeks’ annual leave

Free flu vaccinations and eye testing

Resumo da oferta

The University of Auckland is seeking an experienced administrator to support the Centre for Brain Research within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. This is a fixed-term role for 12 months, with potential for extension dependent on external funding.

You will provide administrative and coordination support to the Centre Director and researchers, helping programmes run smoothly and on schedule. You will work with researchers, funders, and internal teams on governance, reporting,

Qualificações

• Experienced administrator with strong organisation and communication.
• Ability to support researchers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver events and visitor support by coordinating workshops, conferences, meetings, travel arrangements, official visits, and public engagement activities.
• Coordinate research centre operations by providing proactive and organisational support to the Centre Director, including coordinating meetings, managing priorities, preparing correspondence, and following up on key actions and initiatives.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The University of AucklandThe University of Auckland is New Zealand’s pre-eminent research-led University. Established in 1883, it is an international centre of learning and academic excellence. With just over 5,200 staff and more than...

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

At the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, we're looking for an experienced administrator to support the Director’s, Research Operations Manager, and researchers within the Centre for Brain Research. This is a fixed term role for 12 months, however, there is the potential to be extended depending on external funding. This is varied role where you'll help keep the centre running smoothly, providing direct administrative and coordination support to the Centre Director, alongside support across research projects, governance activities, reporting, financial administration, events, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll be working closely with researchers, funders, and internal support teams, and coordinate day-to-day operations, maintain effective processes, and ensure key activities and projects are delivered successfully.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver events and visitor support by coordinating workshops, conferences, meetings, travel arrangements, official visits, and public engagement activities
• Coordinate research centre operations by providing proactive and organisational support to the Centre Director, including coordinating meetings, managing priorities, preparing correspondence, and following up on key actions and initiatives.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with researchers, funders, industry partners, and institutions while supporting communications, website content, and external reporting requirements.
• Manage financial and procurement processes including budgeting support, expenditure monitoring, purchasing, reconciliations, supplier setup, and financial reporting.

The salary range for this position is between $73,400 - $90,700 annum, depending on skills and experience. For more detailed information, please refer to the Job Description .

He kōrero mōu |About You

We're looking for a capable administrator who is organised, approachable, and enjoys supporting a busy team. You'll be someone who takes initiative, builds strong relationships, and can manage a mix of operational, financial, and coordination tasks. Experience with project coordination, financial administration, or working in a complex organisation would be an advantage. Above all, you'll be reliable, adaptable, and happy to get stuck in wherever support is needed.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What We Offer

The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Discounts on health insurance, childcare and childhood education, as well as free flu vaccinations and eye testing
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave