Research Administrator (Part‑time, Health Research South)

About the role

The Research Administrator will provide high‑level administrative and financial support to Health Research South (HRS), ensuring smooth operation of research activities across the Faculty of Medicine, Dunedin and Health NZ Southern. This permanent part‑time position (22.5 hours per week) is based in Ōtepoti (Dunedin) and contributes to the integrity and efficiency of health research.

Key responsibilities

• Manage distribution of HRS funds and other funding rounds, ensuring accurate and timely database entry.
• Provide administrative support to research committees and compile monthly/quarterly reports for the HRS Oversight Kāhui.
• Monitor and administer Health NZ Southern research accounts, reporting to the HRS Manager.
• Maintain quality‑improvement processes, archive completed projects, and support workshops and events celebrating research activity.
• Collaborate with research administration teams within the University of Otago and Health NZ Southern.

Required profile

• Experience in an administrative environment with strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Interest in health research and ability to work independently within set timeframes.
• Systematic approach, attention to detail, and a professional, service‑oriented attitude.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships and adapt positively to change.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programmes, especially Excel.

What we offer

• Permanent part‑time contract (22.5 hours per week).
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative research environment spanning academia and health services.
• Professional development in research administration and financial management.