Research Administrator

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora – Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District

Location: Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley District (Wellington Regional Hospital base location)

Service:    Research Office

Contract:  Fixed-Term to February 2026, full-time/part-time 0.6 - 1.0 FTE (flexible hours)

Salary:  $70,970 - $73,941

Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

We are seeking a bright, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our research team in Wellington Regional Hospital. The role will drive the administration and financial processes in the Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley District Research Office. Our priority is to find the best person for this role, so we are flexible on whether this role is worked part-time or full-time. We require someone to work at a minimum of 24 hours per week.

Mō tō mātou rōpū – About our team

The Research Office supports and oversees research activities in both Wellington Regional Hospital and Hutt Hospital. We have a great team with majority of staff having experience in many research-related area dedicated to improving health outcomes for our communities, with a strong focus on equity for Māori, Pacific peoples and people with disabilities.

Moū – About you

To be successful in this position, you will have strong computer and interpersonal skills. You will also need exceptional organisational skills, a high level of initiative, attention to detail, the ability to work independently and manage matters in a confidential manner. 

Key skills and experience:

• Experience in administration and clinical research
• Able to build rapport and relate well with people
• Proven ability to challenge the status quo and view things from different perspectives; fostering innovative thinking and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated competency in computer skills, including using a range of Microsoft packages
• Understanding of and a commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

E pā ana ki a tatou – About us

Here at Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District we embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.

Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

To find out more about us click on the following links:

Capital and Coast

Hutt Valley

Mental Health, Addiction and Intellectual Disability Service

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

We do not accept applications via email. Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email lucy.britland@tewhatuora.govt.nz and indicate the job title and vacancy number in the subject line.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai

By joining together we will succeed