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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 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

Job DescriptionMō tō mātou rōpū | About the teamThe Student Hubs team is the physical gateway to the Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland. We provide a welcoming, friendly, and mana-enhancing service for future and current students across their student journey. At Student Hubs, our work is guided by the following values that reflect our commitment to collaboration, leadership, learning and community:Mana Enhancing: We’re a place for uplifting interactionService Excellence: We’re professional, accurate and responsiveManaakitanga: We listen, respect, understand and care.Whanaungatanga: We connect, partner and strengthen relationshipsKaitiakitanga: We guide, support and see things throughWe deliver a wide range of services to support student on their journey at Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland. Our primary function is to deliver high quality in-person and online services that support students holistically. Our services include: guidance and advice on being a student navigating the University systems, spaces and processes exploring study options application and enrolment support Library & Student IT services Our Hub Advisers provide advisory services primarily through 1:1 consultations for more complex enquiries, guiding students through their journey and connecting them in with appropriate University resources. He kōrero mōu | About you We are looking for people who: Are strong Team Players who work well in a team environment and are also self-starters Have the ability to problem solve creatively Work well in a fast-paced, dynamic and professional environment Demonstrate empathy and care for others Bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic, aligning with our values  Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity As several of our valued kaimahi have taken up exciting secondment opportunities across the University, we are looking for 9 highly motivated individuals to join our Student Hub Adviser rōpū | team. This is a unique opportunity to step into a collaborative team while joining alongside a cohort of new Advisers, allowing you to learn and grow together from day one.Tai Tonga Student Hub Wednesday-Friday 8 am to 4 pm, Saturday-Sunday 9 am-5 pm (1 Vacancy)City Campus Student Hub 9 AM – 5 PM, Monday-Friday  (3 Vacancies)10 AM – 6 PM, Monday – Friday (3 Vacancies)11 am – 7 pm, Monday – Friday (1 Vacancy)10am -6pm Monday, Thursday, Friday and 9am -5pm, Saturday and Sunday (1 Vacancy)Our peak service periods are around the start of each semester. This is usually February - March and July. During these periods, you may be required to work 12 PM - 8 PM, and we would discuss this with you a few months in advance.All vacancies are full-time, 37.5 hours per week, fixed-term roles, ending 31 March 2028.  The salary range for this role is $65,400 - $69,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. For more information about the Hub Adviser role, please refer to the Position Description. Our Recruitment ProcessAs we do not use AI for screening or psychometric testing, we will be using your cover letter to assist us in longlisting, so we encourage you to be as authentic as possible and be mindful of this if you choose to use AI to assist you.Phone Screening: To assist us with shortlisting for interviews, we may be giving you a quick call. This is an informal chat and you do not have to prepare anything for this. There will be a two-stage volume recruitment process: Stage 1: Group Interviews which will be held either Monday 24th August or Tuesday 25th August 2026, between 10am and 1pm. Those who are invited to attend the interview will be provided of exact times and locations of the interview closer to the date.Following the group interviews, candidates will be assessed and shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will progress to Stage 2 for individual interviews. Stage 2: Individual Interviews which will be conducted on 27th August and 28th August. If you are successful in securing an individual interview, we would ask that you are available to attend your interview on one of the two days.The start date for all roles will be Monday 5 October 2026 and there will be a three-week full-time induction & training programme primarily based at the City Campus. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe 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 schemeA competitive salary with five weeks' annual leaveIn 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 applyApplications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 20 August 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you meet the skills and experience required. Please note that we may close the role earlier if we find suitable candidates before the end date.Please reach out to the hiring team via [email protected] with any questions about the role. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.  #LI-DNI

Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe are seeking a motivated and ambitious academic at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level to join our dynamic department. In this role, you will significantly contribute to the Department’s and School’s academic and research programmes, including mentoring the next generation of biomedical leaders, driving high-impact funding and research initiatives, and contributing to a culture of academic excellence and equity. You will teach into the University's new Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree, the Physiology major, and the Medical programme, delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.You will hold a PhD in physiology or a closely related biomedical discipline. You will be expected to establish an independent, high-impact research program that complements and expands departmental strengths. In line with evolving national science funding priorities, we also welcome candidates who demonstrate an interest or track record in research translation, commercialisation, industry engagement, or clinical collaboration. The successful candidate will be a collaborative scholar capable of building interdisciplinary networks, securing contestable grant funding, supervising postgraduate research students, and engaging with broader community and health stakeholders.This is a fulltime (40h per week) permanent position. The salary range for this role is as follows (skills and experience dependent):Lecturer: $99,788 - $119,204Senior Lecturer: $126,863 - $158,904For more detailed information, please refer to the position descriptionHe kōrero mōu | About youYou will hold a PhD in Physiology or a closely related biomedical discipline and have an established or emerging track record in research aligned with physiology, biomedical science, or a related field. You will be able to demonstrate research outputs appropriate to your career stage, along with the potential to develop and sustain an independent research programme.You will be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and supporting student success across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Experience teaching in physiology, biomedical science, neuroscience, or related disciplines, and supervising postgraduate students, will be advantageous.Our ideal candidate will bring:A track record of research achievementEvidence of, or potential for, securing competitive research funding.Experience supervising or mentoring postgraduate research students.The ability to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.A collaborative approach and interest in interdisciplinary research.Experience or interest in research translation, commercialisation, industry engagement, or clinical collaboration.Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:Flexible employment practicesCareer 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 9 October 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 Dean via [email protected] note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications via email