Company Description
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty with more than 4,000 students studying across six schools, led by world-leading researchers. We are committed to improving the health of our local, national and global communities through excellence in teaching, research, service and engagement.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The Neurogenetic clinical research program is part of the Centre for Brain Research. The team consists of Investigators/Research Fellows, Nurses, Coordinators, Physiotherapists and a Research Assistant. We conduct a variety of pharmaceutical, interventional and natural history studies for participants with conditions including ataxia, muscular dystrophies and spinal muscular atrophy. The research is completed in collaboration with partners internationally or developed by investigations within the Neurogenetic research team. Our transdisciplinary research involves collaboration with Audiology, Speech Science and Vision Science.

Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

The position of Clinical Research lead is an excellent opportunity to deliver effective team and project management across numerous exciting clinical research studies in Neurogenetic disorders.

The varied operational activities include:

• Provide mentoring and direction for professional staff
• Operational coordination of all aspects of particular clinical research studies
• Support the Principal Investigator to ensure studies are conducted to meet the requirements of protocols, scientific, ethical, and other relevant standards
• Facilitate the process of submitting ethics and funding applications for studies.
• Manage ongoing relationships with external partners
• Take responsibility for all aspects of participating site involvement in multicentre studies, both nationally and internationally
• Manage ongoing relationships with external partners

This is a part time, (0.8FTE, 30 hours per week), 12-month fixed term parental leave cover.

Remuneration: $89,201 - $102,900 per annum, pro rata, dependent on experience.

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

Qualifications
He kōrero mōu | About you

We are seeking someone with a relevant tertiary qualification (medicine, science, nursing, public health, genetic counselling, allied health, social work, or education) and a certification/qualification in good clinical practice (GCP) who has a minimum of 2 years’ experience in clinical research.

Additional Information
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
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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 1st February 2025 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 Sarah Nagar via sarah.nagar@auckland.ac.nz 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