The University of Auckland

Company Description

The Liggins Institute is a world-leading centre for research into the long-term consequences of early life events. Our vision is 'a healthy start for a healthy life'.

Our ground-breaking research is only made possible with the support of our collegial Research Services Team, in which the Research Programme Manager role sits. Join us and you’ll be a leading light in helping researchers identify and secure crucial funding, as well as ensuring projects are executed as proposed. You’ll work closely and collaboratively with our researchers to enable them to explore the factors that influence health at every life stage.

Please click HERE for more details about The Liggins Institute.

Job Description

This full-time (37.5 hrs) permanent position is based at the University of Auckland’s internationally renowned Liggins Institute.

Who we’re looking for

You’ll provide dedicated clinical & non-clinical research programme assistance, including operational and financial support pre and post-award for leading researchers.

You may already have a full understanding of research management, but most importantly you’ll be confident developing funding proposals, meeting non-clinical/clinical studies’ milestones and reporting requirements, and managing budgets of varying complexity. You’ll also be comfortable dealing with stakeholders across the organisation to resolve and mitigate potential risks.

A track record in improving processes would be the icing on the cake.

Skills and Experience

You will bring the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree or relevant tertiary qualification in a relevant health area.
• Experience in clinical research project management and demonstrable understanding of ICH-GCP or similar human research subject protection training
• Experience in a complex, research-intensive organisation
• The natural ability to build strong relationships and effectively consult and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders 

For more information please see position description by clicking HERE.

Additional Information

Why work for us?

The University is dedicated to providing an excellent and stimulating environment for its employees which ensures a healthy work-life balance through:

• Five weeks’ annual leave per annum.
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Over 300 different career development courses.
• Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.
• A diverse and inclusive working environment that directly contributes to improving the lives of student

For more information on the benefits of working here, please see our Staff Benefits page.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Tuesday, 31 March 2020 to be considered. Please include your CV and a cover letter outlining what strengths you could bring to this role. 

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, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University of Auckland recently announced a recruitment freeze due to the impact of current Coronavirus travel restrictions on our students. As this particular role is of strategic importance, it is not subject to the recruitment freeze. As such, we still encourage your application for this role and should you apply, we will be in touch regarding the progress of your application.