Lead Research Programme Manager

2 weeks ago


Auckland City, New Zealand University of Auckland Full time

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

**Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences** - Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world, and in turn passing this knowledge on to our students.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.
**Job Description** Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

We are seeking a Lead Research Programme Manager who will be responsible for the leadership of Research Programme Managers (RPMs) and Research Programme Coordinators within the Faculty & Institute Research Services Team structure, providing planning and guidance for research administration and management activities.

This is a multifaceted role designed to support our research activities through:
**Staff Leadership**
- Provide leadership and direction to team members and take steps to foster a high-performance team culture that is inclusive, flexible and encourages excellence.
- Monitor individual and team performance and take active steps to improve service quality.

**Operational Activities**
- Act as a point of escalation, advice and support for complex research management and administration issues from the team.
- Ensure all University relevant governance and compliance guidelines and policy are communicated and adhered to.
- Identify and implement service quality improvement initiatives in the Faculty & Institute Research Services Team (FIRST) and participate in University-wide initiatives as required.

**Strategy & Planning**
- Contribute to the development of the strategic and annual operational plans for research services.
- Progress delivery of research programmes/projects against the Faculty Research strategy, such that the performance and reputation of the Faculty is enhanced.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent role.
Remuneration: $95,000 - $115,000 per annum dependent on experience

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description

**He kōrero mōu | About you**
To be considered for this role it is essential that you have** **Bachelors’ degree or relevant tertiary qualification. Having a Postgraduate qualification or Postgraduate research qualification would be a bonus but is not essential.

**Essential Experience**
- At least 5 years’ experience in a research-intensive environment and/or managing similar research projects.
- Proven administration and people management experience in a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in team building, change management and working co-operatively

**Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team**
The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty with 10,000 students studying across six schools, led by world-leading researchers. In addition to teaching, we complete over $100 million of externally funded medical and health science focused research each year, which is managed through the faculty research services team. We are committed to improving the health of our local, national and global communities through excellence in teaching, research, service and engagement.

**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.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 5th May 2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

**Additional Information**

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