Posted 22 July, 2026
Human Health Research Coordinator
University of Auckland
Auckland, AUK, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 58fa9032a3e858ed
Job Description
Job Description Human Health Research Coordinator (HHRC) is responsible for effectively coordinating human health research studies, collaborating closely with PIs, research nurses, midwives, and other research staff. The HHRC will ensure the delivery of project objectives by coordinating all aspects of human health research activity, monitoring timelines, regulatory compliance, and reporting to the Team Lead Human Health Research Coordinator. The HHRC will also provide research support, assisting with research methods, protocols, data acquisition, report generation, participant engagement, and other tasks related to the research. This role requires availability to work between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm, with the remaining hours arranged flexibly across the week to align with participant availability and broader project needs. This is a full‑time (37.5 hours per week), fixed‑term (2 years) opportunity. The salary range for this role is $68,101 – $79,300 per annum pro‑rated, depending on experience and qualifications. Key Responsibilities: Coordinating or supporting human health research studies. Managing project timelines and research protocols. Ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research ethics, and data management. Engaging with study participants by phone and in person. Providing research support: methods, protocols, data acquisition, report generation, and participant engagement. Required Qualifications and Experience: Relevant tertiary qualification in nursing, public health, science, allied health, social work, or education. Experience coordinating or supporting human health research studies. Strong understanding of GCP, research ethics, and data management. Excellent communication skills and ability to engage warmly and professionally with study participants. Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. High level of accuracy and ethical awareness. Current driver’s licence, as travel to participant visits across Auckland may be required. Preferred: Familiarity with REDCap or similar data capture systems. Prior experience in community‑based research or clinical trials. Benefits include: Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours). Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme. A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave. Career development programmes. Discounted car parking. Generous parental leave allowance. Childcare and other discounts on internal and external services. Applications must be submitted online by 4 August 2026. Please include your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the role requirements. Contact: Elisa Tam – [email protected]. Applications cannot be accepted via email. Additional Information 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, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances, visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz. By clicking the link above or any third‑party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and the third‑party website's terms and privacy policy apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr