Trial Manager Research Mate Whenua Trial Fixed Term Months Fte (Remote)

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.

Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world and, in turn, passing this knowledge on to our students.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Obstetrics & Gynaecology / School of Medicine team. We are seeking a highly passionate, enthusiastic individual to take on our role as a Clinical Trial Manager, which is internally known as Trial Manager – Research – Mate Whenua Trial. You will be coordinating the recruitment of women and pregnant people who are having an early medical abortion. The research study will be randomising participants to one of two methods of follow up of an early medical abortion to ensure the pregnancy has ended – either self-assessment, or having results of two blood tests checked by health practitioners. This study aims to demonstrate the follow-up protocols’ clinical effectiveness, safety, and acceptability.

This is a parental leave cover position and is fixed-term, part-time, 15 hours per week for 6 months- start date March 2025

The salary range for this role is $77,101 – $88,900 per annum prorated, depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this Position Description.

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 to be 19th January 2025 considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

We will be shortlisting for this role in early January 2025.

Please reach out to Michelle Wise <m.wise@auckland.ac.nz> for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

For further support on applying and how to write your cover letter or create a CV please see the staff intranet site detailing how to apply for internal roles.

Additional Information

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, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, 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