Research Assistant

4 months ago


Auckland City, New Zealand University of Auckland Full time

**Company Description** Waipapa Taumata Rau** **| The University of Auckland**

Established in 2003, the School of Population Health (SOPH) is one of five in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. Our mission is to work with others to provide knowledge and skills needed to improve the health of all New Zealanders.

Four things distinguish the school: its focus on factors that affect health of whole populations; the range of skills and experience amongst the staff (these extend across the spectrum of primary care, community health, health services and public health) size of the school; the schools location.

Located on the Grafton Campus, the school is fully self-contained, in a purpose-built building. The building has been designed to maximise interaction and collaboration.

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to support the principal investigator (PI) of the SPOTS (Sex and Prevention of Transmission Study) team in leading and executing a comprehensive research project across six cities, to be based in Auckland.

This role is full-time (0.80-1.0 FTE) for 9-months. Availability during the lead-up to and during Pride Season in January-March 2025 is essential.

This is a full time (37.5 hours per week), 9 months fixed term contract.
- Remuneration: $58,300-$72,700 per annum dependent on experience_
- Please note that we are looking to hire starting in early October 2024_

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

**Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team**

**He kōrero mōu | About you**

To be successful we require you to have:

- a postgraduate degree (examined or conferred) in a field relating to population health, epidemiology, relevant social sciences (e.g., psychology, especially social/health psychology, sociology).
- Proven experience in managing and coordinating large-scale research project or fieldwork
- Strong organisational and logistic skills
- Experience in managing a team of casual staff
- High levels of initiative, self-motivation, skills relevant to working independently and in teams
- A current valid driver’s license
- Very well organised, excellent communication skills, professional, proficiency in English (verbal and written)

**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 **20 September 2024** to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

**Additional Information**

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