Posted 20 July, 2026
Research Programme Coordinator - Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science
University of Auckland
Auckland, AUK, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Research Programme Coordinator - Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science Full-time Campus: Auckland City Campus Position Number: 55562840 UoA Department Name: Science Research Support Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland Ko te whare Pūtaiao|The Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland is the largest and most highly ranked science faculty in New Zealand. The Faculty of Science is ranked among the top 90 science faculties worldwide by the QS World University Rankings. The 10 departments and schools that form the Faculty of Science represent the breadth and diversity of science in our modern world. As a Research Programme Coordinator, you'll work alongside leading researchers within the Faculty of Science, providing essential operational, financial, and project coordination support across the full research lifecycle. This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the opportunity to build strong relationships across the University while contributing to research that makes a difference locally and globally. Ngā Haepapa Matua | Key Responsibilities (not limited to): Supporting researchers with funding applications, budgets, and proposal submissions. Coordinating research projects from commencement through to completion. Monitoring project progress, expenditure, milestones, and reporting requirements. Providing advice and guidance on research support services and processes. Working closely with researchers and internal service teams to navigate funding, compliance, ethics, contracts, and project administration. Managing project documentation and maintaining accurate records and systems Ensure compliance with appropriate University and Funder policies, guidelines, and protocols. This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent position Remuneration: $63,600 - $79,300 per annum, dependent on experience You’ll be a proactive and customer-focused professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and balancing competing priorities. A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent professional experience. Experience in project coordination, research administration, and financial administration. Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail. The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Confidence working with financial information, budgets, and reporting. Excellent relationship-building and communication skills. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Passionate about supporting important research that contributes to society. Experience within a tertiary education, research, or research-intensive environment would be advantageous but is not essential. 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 ranked among 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. Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 26th July 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV, highlighting how you can meet the skills and experience detailed above. Please reach out to Patricia Gruver-Barr (Research Services Manager) via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equity The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz By clicking the link above or any third‑party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third‑party website where the third‑party website’s terms and privacy policy apply #J-18808-Ljbffr