The University of Auckland

Research Assistant - Neurogenetics


PayCompetitive
LocationAuckland/Auckland
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: REF26134Q

      Company Description

      Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

      The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

      Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

      The Neurogenetic clinical research program is part of the Centre for Brain Research. We conduct a variety of pharmaceutical, interventional and natural history studies for participants with conditions including ataxia, muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, Pompe disease and mitochondrial myopathies. The research is completed in collaboration with partners internationally or developed by investigations within the Neurogenetic research team.

      Job Description

      Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

      This is an excellent opportunity to join us to support members of the research team including Study Coordinators, Physiotherapists and Research Nurses to complete research assessments.

      A varied role will include;

      • Preparing for visits by, for example, printing worksheets and labelling blood tubes in accordance with study protocols
      • Calibration of specialist equipment
      • Supporting physiotherapy assessments such as walk tests
      • Independently acquiring data from participants such as demographics
      • Administering patient questionnaires and cognitive tests following study protocols
      • Centrifuging and aliquoting blood samples

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

      This is a Full time, (37.5 hours per week), 12-month fixed term role, Salary Band: $58,300 - $72,700 pro rata dependent on experience

      Qualifications

      He kōrero mōu | About you

      We are seeking someone with a relevant undergraduate degree e.g. health sciences, nursing, or physiotherapy, who has some work experience in a clinical or health research setting.

      Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

      • Experience and competency with software including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
      • Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
      • Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
      • Good planning and organisational skills to contribute efficiently to the research
      • Motivation to learn new skills

      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

      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 11 July 2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

      We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.

      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, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF+, 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

  • About the company

      The University of Auckland is a public research university based in Auckland, New Zealand.

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