Administrator - Faculty of Biomedical Sciences
5 days ago
DIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION
FACULTY OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | TE KAUPEKA MĀTAI ROKOĀ-KOIORA
About our team | Mō te tīma
Divisional Services and Administration is a team of highly skilled professionals responsible for delivering outstanding student and staff experiences through high quality, confidential secretarial and administrative support services. We are a strong supportive whakawhanaungatanga (community), proud of the work we do as the largest workforce in the university, spanning every corner of the motu.
The role | Te mahi
We are seeking a proactive, organised and enthusiastic Administrator to join our team supporting the Faculty of Biomedical Sciences.
This role will play a vital function providing high level generalist administration and operational support across undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, working collaboratively and effectively with the wider team.
Other tasks may include supporting front facing reception duties and assisting with transactional finance.
Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
You will have excellent time management and critical thinking skills. You are a good communicator with strong attention to detail, and a collaborative and engaging style, able to work with various stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
Passionate about accuracy and continuous improvement, you have an eye for details and high level of independence and initiative.
Additional skills required are:
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, with ability to adapt and navigate new systems.
• A customer service focus and willingness to be adaptable and flexible.
• An ongoing commitment to positive outcomes for our students, staff, and visitors.
• Dedication to working in a culturally safe and respectful manner and demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and Pasifika values.
Further details | Pūroko
This is a part-time (25 hours per week) permanent role, based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.
The appointment range is $63,508 to 68,185. Top of the range is $73,640 (pro-rata).
We are also seeking candidates for Kaiwhakahaere Tari positions, which support the implementation of our Māori Strategic Framework. If you are interested in these positions, there will be an opportunity to tell us how you could contribute to a culture of whakawhanaukataka in our workplace through the application process. The appointment range for this role is $69,931 to $74,609. Top of the range is $88,750 (pro rata).
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.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.
Application | Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number will close on Sunday, 2 November 2025.
Applications may be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Note: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed.
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