Senior Research Programme Coordinator

Senior Research Programme Coordinator

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Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University.

With over

• academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ's largest employers.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity : We are looking for a Senior Research Programme Coordinator to provide research support in the MBIE Endeavour Research Programme UOA

This role will focus on supporting the Science Leaders, Prof Paola Boarin, Prof Jacqueline Beggs and Dr Garry McDonald, as well as the transdisciplinary research team, to manage the implementation activities, finances and deliverables of the contract, and provide programme administration.

This role supports the Science Leaders to ensure that the programme and all projects within it are planned, executed, controlled and completed according to time, scope, and budget.

This is a 60-month fixed-term contract, part-time,

The salary range for this role is $73,400 – $84,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

About the Team

Our faculty has a strong and innovative vision for the future, delivering learning and research excellence to enable our students to thrive and succeed and become graduates who make a positive impact on their community and world around them.

Te Herenga Auaha | Faculty of Engineering and Design is large and multi-faced and maintains a strong culture of excellence in research and student-centric learning.

The faculty is also committed to Matauranga Maori – the unique Maori way of viewing the world – encompassing traditional knowledge and culture, and actively seeking meaningful ways to reflect this in our teaching, research, and how we work together.

Find out more about our faculty via the links below :

Welcome from the Dean, Prof Richard Clarke

About the faculty

Matauranga Maori

Meet our Staff

About You

Our ideal candidate will have :

Project management skills – strong, demonstrable planning, coordination and organisation skills to support the delivery of the Research Programme, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines as well as day-to-day management of all programme details, progress and resourcing, including programme reporting.

Financial skills – demonstrable experience in financial administration and large budget management, as well as with the use of relevant financial management tools.

Flexibility and adaptability – able to work collaboratively in an agile environment across various functions and within your team, balancing multiple demands whilst having the autonomy to manage your own workload.

Strong people and communication skills – able to adapt your communication style to get important messages across a range of internal and external stakeholders from various backgrounds and levels, as well as working with a large and diverse team.

Personal interest and motivation – passionate about supporting important research that contributes to society.

What We Offer

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.

How to Apply

Please reach out to Melanie Milicich -

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 13 / 11 / 2025 to be considered.

Please include your CV and a cover letter highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Additional Information

To be considered for this role, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.

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 Maori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatapu, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to .

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