Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.

Koi Tū: The Centre for Informed Futures is an independent and nonpartisan think tank and research centre based at the University of Auckland, with associate members across New Zealand and internationally. We undertake transdisciplinary research and analysis and generate knowledge, commentary and tools to address critical long-term national and global challenges arising from rapid and far-reaching social, economic, technological and environmental change. The Knowledge Hub for Maternal and Child Health at Koi Tū focuses on evidence-informed decision making in the area of maternal, infant and child health.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join the team at Koi Tū. In this role, you will undertake extensive literature reviews and write synthesis reports for the Knowledge Hub for Maternal and Child Health.

You will also support the Knowledge Hub’s communications plan, including assistance with disseminating and communicating outputs and expanding outreach. The work will focus on specific areas of health, medicine and social wellbeing, but may also extend to other areas of Koi Tū’s activities.

This is a fixed term (12 months), full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunity.
The remuneration is $66,600 - $82,200 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about making a positive impact on maternal and child health in New Zealand, and strengthening links with the policy and provider communities. You will have:

• A postgraduate research-based degree in health or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting and writing literature reviews; excellence at finding information from scientific and grey literature.
• Ability to write succinctly and in a clear, accessible style.
• An eye for detail and attention to accuracy
• Ability to work both independently, and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and drive to deliver; willingness to go the extra mile in times of urgent workload

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 13 August 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 Felicia Low, 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