Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
Ko te whare Pūtaiao/The Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland is the leading science faculty in New Zealand and 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 10 schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers.  As a School, we  strive to provide a School 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
This research software engineering role supports our MyTardis instrument data service as we transition from a pilot to a fully-fledged service. If successful, you will work in a friendly team environment (with a fondness for cake), co-designing and developing new automated data workflows alongside our researchers to ingest instrument data into our existing repository. Alongside this, you will work with the larger University IT team to integrate the instrument data service into other university systems.

You will also assist researchers in meeting their goals by providing access to the centre’s services and advising them on the available digital technologies. Additionally, there is an opportunity to contribute to training activities supporting the centre, sharing your knowledge and helping develop researcher digital skills.

Our ideal candidate will bring a strong background in Python development and the interpersonal skills needed to work within a team. You may also have experience conducting research or working with researchers.

This role is a full time (37.5 hours per week), fixed-term position until the end of 2024.
Remuneration: $87,500 - $97,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Keywords: Data science, data visualisation, Research, Research software engineer, eResearch, Solution Design, Data Science, Digital Skills, Linux, Django, Integration, Python, Dev-ops, web development, rorohiko me te hangarau korero, rangahau

He kōrero mōu | About you
We are seeking an enthusiastic person, passionate about enabling research, who wishes to put their digital skills to use, working alongside researchers from diverse domains. You will have a firm grounding in research environments and a good understanding of Python, Git and Linux-based systems. You will contribute to and benefit from the team’s broad skill base and be excited by the opportunity to work across multiple disciplines and likely in a variety of different capacities.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
The Centre for eResearch is a cross-faculty research platform at the University of Auckland.  Our mission is to develop new ways to apply computer and information technology to research disciplines and then help researchers to use them.  This mission applies to the entire range of research disciplines across the University, although the support we provide may vary by community.

Researcher needs are always changing, so the support we offer is constantly evolving to keep pace with emerging needs and opportunities.

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 rated as one of 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. 

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 17 July 2023 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Chris Seal 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 equity issues 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