Company Description
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
Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
The Centre for eResearch (CeR) is looking for a self-motivated person that will proactively engage with the research community - research staff, research postgraduates, and those that support them - across the University to increase awareness and use of modern and emerging research technologies and tools, including CeR services. You will advocate for and enable researchers to manage research data and code following University policies and best practices, including reproducibility and the FAIR and CARE data principles, through data consultations and outreach activities at various levels. You will lead engagements with individual researchers, Faculty-wide groups, and research support providers to co-design, deliver and embed services. You will also contribute significantly to the provision of CeR core services, including the organisation and delivery of digital research skills and community building offerings that involve hundreds of participants.
In this role you will use your strong grounding in university research environments, and experience with research software or computational languages (e.g., Python, R) and digital data and computational skills (e.g., Linux, managing virtual machines, using AI in research). You will bring your skills and passion from areas, such as domain research, data science and analytics, research management, information and library sciences, or teaching and outreach. Key to success will be having a demonstrable understanding of the research data landscape, a genuine desire to work collaboratively to deliver and improve digital research data services, and willingness to lead and contribute to researcher skills and development.
Research needs and opportunities are constantly evolving and emerging, so we are looking for people who are willing and able to quickly learn new skills and collaborate effectively. You will need to be an effective communicator and take ownership to deliver results in our open, collegial environment."
The role is full-time, permanent role (37.5 hours per week)
The remuneration is $83,300 - $97,979 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
The Centre for eResearch is a University platform providing eResearch capability across the entire range of research disciplines across Waipapa Taumata Rau, The University of Auckland. Our mission is to develop new ways to apply computer and information technologies to research disciplines and then help researchers to use them.
We seek creative, enthusiastic, and talented people with skills and interests to complement our multidisciplinary eResearch team who enjoy interacting with researchers and working in a dynamic team environment. You will contribute to and benefit from the team’s broad skill base and be excited by the opportunity to work across multiple research fields and in a variety of different capacities.
He kōrero mōu | About you
To be considered for this role it is essential that you have a relevant postgraduate qualification in or progressing towards postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g., sciences, social sciences or IT).
- 3+ years’ experience with research data and software development lifecycles
- 3+ years’ experience conducting research or working with researchers and research communities to adopt eResearch practices and/or services.
- Ability to collaboratively discuss computational and research problems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional documentation for various audiences, and to tailor discussions to the needs of both technical and non-technical research 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
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 17th May 2025 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to the Laura Armstrong (eResearch Engagement Lead - Centre for eResearch) via l.armstrong@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Additional Information
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
