Research Officer

Seeking a Research Officer with postgraduate qualification in Psychology, Education, Health Science to support the Pause Breathe Smile mindfulness programme 4 month fixed term, part time role based at AUT’s North Campus Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works , AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world. Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. AUT'sPsychology & Neurosciencedepartmentis partofourSchool ofScience . TheSchoolcomprises environmental and marinescience, biologicalscience, biomedicalscience, medical diagnostics, psychology and neuroscience,chemistryand foodscience.Scienceplays a pivotal role in AUT’s place as a university oftechnologyand we are actively working to promote its profile within the university. We have a wonderful community of deeply committed academic scholars and professional colleagues, guided byTe Aronui (AUT'sTeTiriti framework). Our school produces culturally aware graduates with practical experience and skills that work in the real world, not just on paper, through courses designed to meet the shifting needs of thescienceworkforce. Our staff drive innovative progress through our intensive, productive world-class research and engaging, relevant and practical teaching. Energy is high and it is an exciting time to consider joining us.TheSchoolis part of our dynamicFaculty of Health and EnvironmentalSciences . We have a fixed-term, part-time (22.5 hours per week) opportunity for a Research Officer to make significant contribution to support the research coordination of a project commercially funded by Southern Cross Healthcare Ltd; Pause Breathe Smile mindfulness programme. We are open to expertise across areas relevant to our Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, within School of Science , and are particularly interested in applicants who have experience with the Pause Breathe Smile programme or similar wellbeing interventions programmes. Please see the position description available for more information. At AUT, academic staff combine teaching, research and engagement to create meaningful impact. You will work closely with students, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to projects with industry, community and academic partners. We’re looking for academics with curiosity, energy and openness to new ideas , who are committed to collegiality, cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience contributing to Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued. The selection criteria sought are: Qualification: A Postgraduate qualification in Psychology, Education, Health Science, or a related discipline (or a related field). Equity and Te Aronui Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT's Te Aronui journey. Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $72,000 - $102,000per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience) – pro rata Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96103 With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive. Reference # 96103 Location (s) North Campus Employment type (s) Fixed term Closes on 18 Aug 2026 23:55 Expertise Research Experience level (s) Experienced (Less than 2 years), Experienced (2 years +) #J-18808-Ljbffr