AI Technology Senior Analyst

• Shape the future of AI at AUT
• 2-year fixed term contract

As one of the world's top 100 young universities and New Zealand's newest, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed. We are a socially-driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions, and we offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business, and industry. AUT has more than 27,000 students and over 4,000 staff based primarily at our three  Auckland teaching campuses.

AUT is on a mission to responsibly harness the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) - and we're looking for a technically skilled and collaborative AI Senior Technology Analyst to help lead the way.

This 2-year fixed term contract is a pivotal role. You'll provide hands-on evaluation of emerging AI tools, assess risks, and guide strategic implementation across the university. You'll influence university-wide AI decisions, ensure alignment with AUT's values and help build a trusted, future-focused AI capability.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

• Lead the annual AI maturity assessment across the university and co-design improvement plans with teams. 
• Continuously trial new tools and features, run proofs of concept, and recommend tools for use at AUT.
• Work alongside ICT and academic teams to shape and support AI project implementation including identification of AI-related risks (including data sovereignty, cybersecurity and research ethics) and support mitigation.
• Develop short training resources and co-deliver sessions that build staff confidence and capability.
• Act as a trusted advisor and presenter, keeping leaders and staff informed of the fast-moving AI landscape.

Mō te tangata | About you

• 5- 7 years' experience I technology strategy, data/ AI evaluation or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of AI tools and trends, and how they can be applied meaningfully in real world contexts. 
• Confidence in hands-on testing, technical writing, and presenting to varied audiences. 
• Inquisitive and forward-looking, with a genuine interest in emerging AI technology. 
• Influential and personable, recognised as a trusted advisor by both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Mō mātou | About us

At AUT, we are committed to innovation, expressed through our values of tika, pono, and aroha. You'll be part of a forward-thinking university that embraces emerging technologies not just for efficiency, but to lift outcomes for our learners, researchers, and communities.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

This is a dynamic, high-impact role, with the opportunity to influence the conversation about in AI in education.

AUT has fantastic staff benefits including free study, a personal fund for your continued professional development, free membership to AUT gyms and generous leave allowances.

Make a difference in how AI shapes the future of learning, research, and knowledge equity.  Apply now and help AUT lead with insight, integrity and innovation.

For enquires about the position, please contact Caroline Cranston, Recruitment Consultant - [email protected]

Tohutoro Mahi | Job Reference: 92519

Te rā aukati | Closing Date:  27 June 2025 at 5pm