Research Funding Adviser

4 days ago

Kelburn Wellington, New Zealand Victoria University of Wellington Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year
  • Are you organised, adaptable, and ready to help drive research success at a leading university?
  • Have you got a passion for helping researchers secure external funding and make a real impact?
  • Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment and enjoy building strong relationships across diverse groups?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Research Funding Adviser from a STEM background to join Te K ōhure - Research Office in a permanent, full‑time role based at our Kelburn Campus.

As a Research Funding Adviser, you'll work closely with researchers to develop and submit high-quality funding proposals, build strong relationships across the University and with external funders, and help maximise research income.

As part of a collaborative and supportive team, you'll be involved in a variety of research support work, with opportunities for professional growth, and a healthy work-life balance.

Your expertise will contribute directly to the University's research success and make a real impact on outcomes for our academic community.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

You have experience in research or research funding and a background in a STEM subject. Experience working with Māori researchers or communities would be desirable. Strong applicants from other professional or academic backgrounds will also be considered.

You have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, are organised and adaptable, and enjoy working in a team environment.

You demonstrate initiative and drive. You have an ability to manage competing priorities, strong analytical skills, and learn new skills quickly. You are positive and passionate about supporting others.

If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University career's page.

Close date for vacancy: 25 November 2025.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Dan Thompson ).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

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