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Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity This position offers an excellent opportunity to provide leadership for ensuring effective faculty-based academic services to students and academic leaders across the faculty’s academic programmes (including doctoral and sub-doctoral research). It is responsible for managing faculty’s relationships with the central Student and Scholarly Services function and the School of Graduate Studies to ensure delivery of a high quality, seamless and holistic service and student experience for the University’s students. Success in this role will require a balance of strategic thinking and strong leadership. You will lead a team of experienced professionals, navigate a complex environment and ensure faculty priorities are delivered through strong planning, collaboration and execution. Key accountabilities include: Leading and developing a high-performing team, building capability, accountability and a culture of continuous improvement Assuming responsibility for the implementation of faculty and University strategic and annual plans as they relate to academic and student services in the faculty. Ensuring accurate and appropriate advice is available to the Student and Scholarly Services function, particularly Student Hubs and central Academic Services relating to admissions, academic progress and programme completion matters relating to the faculty’s academic programmes and courses. Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships with both central service divisions and faculty teams, to ensure effective collaboration and alignment. Fostering strong working relationships with central admissions and enrolment teams to optimise admissions and enrolment outcomes, support faculty recruitment objectives, and enhance the overall student experience. Playing a leading role in the planning and delivery of ongoing strategic projects and service improvements, including initiatives such as Undergraduate Health programme changes and Clinical Admissions process enhancements This is a fulltime (37.5 hours per week) permanent role. The salary range is between $98,700 - $121,900 based on experience and qualifications.  For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description. Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team  This role works closely with the Faculty Student Support and Engagement, Marketing and Communication, and Student Hubs teams at Grafton Campus, and the Faculty academic leadership. This role is pivotal in ensuring effective faculty-based academic services are provided to students and academic leaders across the faculty’s academic programmes. He kōrero mōu | About you | Our ideal candidate You will be a strategic and people-focussed leader with a demonstrated ability to translate organisational objectives into operational outcomes. You will have successfully led teams through change, influenced senior stakeholders, and delivered improvements in complex environments. Our ideal candidate will bring: Significant experience in a management role with proven experience in operational planning and implementation within a large, complex organisation Demonstrated skills and experience in team building, change management and working collaboratively Extensive knowledge of trends and best practice in customer service including service design, digital delivery and self-service Demonstrable understanding of Te ao Māori and experience of developing cultural competency within a team. Experience and understanding of academic and student services and other university related information systems. 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 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  6 September 2026 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 Johanna Beattie via [email protected]. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email. 

Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe are looking for an experienced and compassionate Clinical Case Manager to join our Te Papa Manaaki | Campus Care team.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to students who may be experiencing complex personal, wellbeing, or mental health challenges.As a Clinical Case Manager, you’ll work directly with students, staff, and members of the University community to understand concerns, assess needs, and connect students with the right support. Using a case management approach, you’ll develop individual support plans, provide advocacy, and facilitate warm transfers to specialist services both within the University and in the wider community.You’ll help make what can sometimes feel like a complicated University environment easier to navigate, ensuring students receive timely, appropriate, and respectful support.This role is ideal for an experienced practitioner who brings strong clinical or wellbeing expertise, excellent judgement, and a genuine commitment to supporting young people.Key responsibilities include:Managing and triaging referrals and concerns from students, staff, and members of the University community.Gathering information, assessing risk, and developing appropriate support plans and referral pathways.Connecting students with the right support, from self-help resources through to specialist internal and external services.Providing advocacy and ongoing case management for students with multiple or complex needs.Responding to sensitive and potentially high-risk situations with professionalism, care, and sound judgement.Maintaining accurate case notes, reports, and confidential records while ensuring information is handled appropriately.Building strong relationships with University teams and community support providers to ensure students can access the right help.Contributing to continuous improvement by identifying trends, barriers, and opportunities to strengthen the service.This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, on a fixed-term contract for 18 months.Remuneration is $87,000- $107,500 per annum, depending on skills and experience.For more information, please review the Position Description. He kōrero mōu | About youYou are an experienced practitioner who genuinely enjoys supporting young people and helping people navigate challenging circumstances.You bring a calm, empathetic, and professional approach, with the confidence to work with sensitive information and make sound decisions when situations are complex or require timely action.You'll be comfortable listening to students, understanding their individual circumstances, and working collaboratively to develop practical pathways forward. You also enjoy building relationships and working alongside colleagues and external providers to ensure students receive holistic support.Most importantly, you'll bring a strong commitment to student wellbeing, equity, culturally responsive practice, and supporting students to overcome barriers to success. Ngā pūkenga motuhake | Important skills and experienceA relevant tertiary qualification in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, or a similar allied health field, together with current registration under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003.Proficiency in Te Reo Maori or Pacific languages is a must-have in this roleAt least five years' experience working with or providing mental health support to students or young people.Demonstrated experience using a case management approach to support individuals with a range of needs.Strong understanding of issues affecting students and young people, with the ability to work confidently with sensitive matters.Excellent communication, relationship-building, listening, and problem-solving skills.Cultural competence and an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its implications for professional practice in Aotearoa New Zealand.Confidence using Microsoft Office and learning new University systems.The following would be beneficial:Experience working within a tertiary environment and an understanding of student needs.Knowledge of relevant University and community-based health, wellbeing, and support services. Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the teamTe Papa Manaaki | Campus Care coordinates personal and wellbeing support for students. It provides early and holistic support with the aim of preventing further escalation, reducing the burden on the student of accessing help, minimising duplication and gaps in service provision across support providers, and minimising the burden on academic and other non-support staff of assessment and referral requirements.  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 Up to 6.75% company superannuation schemeA competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leaveIn 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 7/09/2026 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 Chanel Tafa via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. We will begin reviewing applications as they come in and may close this advert early if a suitable candidate is found. 

Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityThe Liggins Institute is seeking a Research Nurse to support the delivery of clinical research studies within its Gut Bugs research programme. This 9 month fixed-term position (until 30 June 2027) combines clinical nursing responsibilities with study coordination, providing support across participant recruitment, assessments, treatment delivery, data collection, and study administration.You will help ensure that clinical trials are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, ethical requirements, and Good Clinical Practice standards. The role involves regular interaction with research participants, healthcare providers, and internal stakeholders, and offers the opportunity to contribute to research focused on improving long-term health outcomes.This is a full-time opportunity suited to a registered nurse with strong organisational skills, an interest in clinical research, and the ability to work across both participant-facing and administrative aspects of study delivery.Key responsibilities:Coordinate participant recruitment, screening, enrolment and follow-up activities.Conduct clinical assessments and support treatment delivery within research studies.Act as a key point of contact for participants, families and healthcare providers.Ensure accurate data collection, documentation and quality assurance.Support biological sample collection and study-related procedures.Assist with clinical trial logistics, scheduling and study administration.Promote adherence to Good Clinical Practice, study protocols and ethical requirements.The salary range for these roles are $73,400 - $101,900 depending on skills and experienceFor more detailed information, please refer to the position descriptionHe kōrero mōu | About youYou are a registered nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys building trusted relationships with participants and colleagues alike. You bring exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and a genuine interest in advancing healthcare through research. You'll be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to work that makes a real difference.Our ideal candidate will bring:Nursing or medical degree and at least 2 years’ experienceConfidence performing clinical procedures, including phlebotomy.Strong organisational and time-management skills.Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.A commitment to high-quality participant care and research excellenceMō tō mātou rōpū | About the teamThe Liggins Institute is a Large-Scale Research Institute at the University of Auckland. We are one of the world’s leading centres for research on fetal child and adolescent health and well-being, nutrition, development, epigenetics and translational and implementation science. Our vision is “a healthy start for a healthy life” and our mission is to improve lifelong health through excellent research.Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balanceCareer development programmesA competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave6.75% superannuation schemeFor more information, please visit Staff Benefits.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of 11 September 2026 and include an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.If you have any questions, please email Steffi Freudlsperger via [email protected] note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications via email

Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityThe Liggins Institute is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join its Newborn Genomics Programme. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to research at the intersection of genomics, bioinformatics and precision medicine, supporting efforts to improve diagnosis and treatment pathways for children with rare genetic disorders. Working within a multidisciplinary research environment, you will contribute to both the computational and genetic curation components of genomic diagnosis and therapeutic design.The Liggins Institute is internationally recognised for research focused on improving lifelong health through understanding the impact of early-life events. This position will contribute to a programme that combines genomics, computational approaches and laboratory science to advance precision medicine in New ZealandThe responsibilities of the roles include:Conduct research and analysis in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and wider research team.Contribute to the development and operation of a robust genomics research programme.Undertake genetic curation and bioinformatic analyses to support diagnostic and therapeutic development.Analyse large-scale genomic and related datasets using computational methodologies.Prepare manuscripts, research outputs and reports for publication, funders and stakeholders.Support research administration, including ethics applications, compliance activities and data management processes.Contribute to the supervision of postgraduate students and participate in institute seminars and research meetings.This is a fulltime (40h per week) fixed term position for 3 years. The salary range for this role is as follows (skills and experience dependent):Post Doctoral Fellow: $92,213 - $97,083Research Fellow: $99,788 - $119,204For more detailed information, please refer to the position descriptionHe kōrero mōu | About youYou will hold a PhD in a relevant discipline and have established expertise in genomics, bioinformatics and computational research methods. You are comfortable working with complex datasets and can operate effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.You will be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to research with translational potential. Strong communication skills, a publication track record appropriate to career stage and a commitment to high-quality research practice will be important for success in this role.Our ideal candidate will bring:PhD in a related fieldExperience in genomics, genetic curation and analysis of high-throughput datasets.Programming experience in Python, R, Perl or equivalent languages.Experience working within Linux-based computing environments and high-performance computing platforms.Strong quantitative research and data analysis skills.Demonstrated ability to publish research outputs and contribute to collaborative research programmes.Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balanceCareer development programmesA competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave6.75% superannuation schemeFor more information, please visit Staff Benefits.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply Applications should be submitted online, by the closing date of 3 September 2026 and include an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.If you have any questions about this role, please email Justin O’Sullivan via [email protected] note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications via email