Senior Research Programme Coordinator

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We currently have a vacancy for a full-time, permanent Senior Research Programme Coordinator to join our team. You will support our researchers in the Faculty with effective research project coordination, navigation of research support services, and operational pre- and post-award support.

Alongside your team and Research Programme Manager, you will:

• Provide exemplary operational research support to allocated researchers throughout the research lifecycle, navigating researchers to the appropriate functions
• Assist the researcher in finalising and submitting research proposals, including collecting relevant information and approvals,
• Assist with developing and monitoring the project budget, including forecasting, variations, and expense approval,
• Monitor projects within your portfolio and work with your researchers to ensure they are on track and able to meet their contracted obligations
• Ensure compliance with appropriate University and Funder policies, guidelines and protocols.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent role

Remuneration: $75,000 - $86,403 pro rata, dependent on skills and experience

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The Faculty comprises 10 schools and departments and has several cross-disciplinary research themes to stimulate new thinking and collaboration, thereby enhancing the quality of our research and increasing our ability to attract new research funding.

The 16 Research Programme Coordinators in the team play a crucial role in supporting science researchers in obtaining funding and subsequently managing various post-award processes for research projects. Working alongside our 5 Research Programme Managers, you will have valuable opportunities to learn new skills in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification and have experience supporting academic or research staff. You will also have previous experience with managing large projects and navigating complex administrative systems.

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 itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.

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

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

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 16th January 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV, highlighting how you can meet the skills and experience detailed above.

Please reach out to Patricia Gruver-Barr, [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

**Important Notice – Our Holiday Close-Down Period**

Our recruitment team will be on break from 22nd December 2025 to 5th January 2026. During this time, applications will be received as normal; however, they will not be actively reviewed or processed until we return.

We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining Waipapa Taumata Rau – The University of Auckland, and we wish you a safe and enjoyable holiday season.