Research Advisor

2 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand University of Otago Full time

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UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO, WELLINGTON - ŌTĀKOU WHAKAIHU WAKA, PŌNEKE
RESEARCH & ENTERPRISE DIVISION

**Who we are/Mō mātou**

The University of Otago is New Zealand's first and oldest University. It has a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealand's largest universities, with over 20,000 students, assets in excess of $1.6 billion and 4,000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Invercargill.

Since its beginning it placed a high value on education and recognised the important role universities play in shaping individuals and society - we are committed to continuing that vision, and growing it to fit today’s and tomorrow’s world. To that end, we place high priority on our partnership with tangata whenua and the importance of te ao Māori.

**The role/Te Mahi**

Key tasks of this role include:

- Identify and advise on funding opportunities for academic staff and researchers.
- Negotiate research contracts that optimise external research income and align with University objectives.
- Support the establishment and ongoing management of research projects.
- Foster partnerships with businesses, academic staff, students, and Otago Innovation Ltd to promote enterprise and collaborative research.

**Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako**

This role serves as a vital administrative link with external funders and plays a strategic advisory role within the Division and across the University. To excel in this position, you will ideally hold a PhD and possess extensive knowledge of New Zealand's academic and research landscape.

Key skills and experience include:

- Proven expertise in strategic project planning and implementation within academic or business environments.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities, including experience in crafting and evaluating research proposals.
- Demonstrated capability to plan and manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
- A professional, enthusiastic, and client-focused approach to work.
- Cultural competency and a strong understanding of the University’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Experience or qualifications in Health Sciences and/or Humanities would be advantageous.

**Further details/Pūroko**

This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours) position, based in Wellington.

The appointments range for this role is $90,165 to $98,515, Top of Range $106,863.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued and respected.

For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence - please contact Dr Sam Heenan, Senior Research Advisory Manager, via the contact details.

**Application/Tono**

Applications quoting reference number 2401850 will close on 1 December 2024.

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