Research Assistant

“Accepting applications from current HNZ employees only”

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital

Contract: Permanent, Part-time (0.7 FTE)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Research Assistant to join our Wellington Blood & Cancer Clinical Trials Unit. In this vital role, you will work closely with the nursing team to support the clinical trial process, contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality research. This flexible part-time role offers 28 hours a week – 0.7FTE, with working hours between 08:00 and 16:30, Monday to Friday.

You will provide timely and professional administrative assistance and complete other trial-related tasks that do not require specialized nursing knowledge or skills. All tasks will be performed under the guidance and delegation of the ACNM, Team Leader, and research nurse/study coordinator.

The salary band for this role is $67,943 to $73,476 (pro rata).

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in clinical research, apply today!

About the Team/Service Location

You’ll be working in a multi-disciplinary environment, working with professionals across a wide range of services in the medical, pharmaceutical and laboratory areas, including Trial Sponsors and their representatives. You’ll receive training to manage the clinical trial administration, and there’s scope for learning new skills and gaining qualifications.

About you

• Previous experience in an administrative role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, and web-based communication.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with technology.
• Knowledge of the healthcare or clinical trials environment is a plus.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 24th February.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Diana Velazco (Diana.Velazcoflores@ccdhb.org.nz).

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.