Senior Research Programme Coordinator
University of AucklandAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Posted April 3, 2026
73400 - 90700 NZD
Full Time
About the Company
The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading university, committed to providing an excellent working environment through flexible employment practices, competitive salary, and career development programmes.
Job Description
The University of Auckland is seeking a Senior Research Programme Coordinator to support academics through the research lifecycle, from initial costing and submission of high-quality research proposals to the ongoing management of active projects and project closures.
Requirements
- Highly organised individual with proven research management and financial experience in a research-intensive setting
- Excellent communication skills
- Positive, self-starter with the ability to build relationships and maintain a high level of customer service
- Experience developing and advising academic staff on funding opportunities/proposals
- Experience of research financial systems, processes and budget development
- Experience in a complex organisation or a clinical research setting
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively prioritise workload to meet deadlines
- Leadership or process improvement experience in the research management environment
Benefits
- Flexible employment practices
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- Competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
- Career development programmes
- Discounted car parking
- Generous parental leave allowance
- Childcare
- Discounts on internal and external services
