eResearch Special Projects Manager

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science brings together 10 diverse schools and departments to provide outstanding quality teaching and research opportunities. Being the leading science Faculty in New Zealand and is one of the largest in Australasia, it undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological, and computational sciences. More than 8,000 students' study in our schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers.  We strive to provide a Faculty that reflects the demographics of our student base and Aotearoa. Our staff and students can connect with our: Rainbow and Women in Science networks, Parenting support, our Waipapa Marae and our flagship Tuākana Māori and Pacific support programme

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Are you an organized and proactive professional with a passion for supporting research? The Centre for eResearch (CeR) is looking for a motivated individual to help our multidisciplinary team thrive.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in keeping CeR running smoothly by:

• Managing financial forecasting, transactions, and preparing reports.
• Supporting day-to-day operations, including purchasing and general administration.
• Assisting new staff with onboarding and setup.
• Overseeing asset management and KPI reporting.
• Facilitating project management across multiple research fields.

This is a permanent, full-time 1 FTE (37.5 hours per week) role.

Remuneration range is $96,800 – $119,500 per annum, dependent on skills and experience

More information about this role is available in the Position Description 

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

CeR is a University-wide platform helping researchers apply cutting-edge computer and information technologies to their work. We foster a collaborative and dynamic environment where our team interacts with researchers across disciplines.

We seek an organised, and enthusiastic individual with good budgetary skills and excellent people skills to support our multidisciplinary eResearch team, that enjoys interacting with researchers and working in a dynamic team environment. You will support our staff and contribute to project management across multiple research fields, cultivating stakeholder relationships as needed.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be considered for this role you will have a bachelor’s degree or tertiary qualification, preferably related to business administration or project management.

• 3+ years’ experience with project management coupled with financial and budget management skills.
• 3+ years’ experience working in large and complex organisations, preferably in a university environment interfacing with various administrative areas. (Exposure to a research or IT oriented community would be a bonus.)
• Robust organisational and relationship building skills. Good analytical and advanced Excel skills.
• Effective communicator, both in person and in writing, including the ability to prepare professional documents for various audiences.
• Proven outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain excellent attention to detail/accuracy.

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 is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• 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
• Over 300 different career development courses and programmes
• A diverse and inclusive working environment

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 10th June 2025 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications.

Please reach out to the Marcus Gustafsson (eResearch Operations 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.

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, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz