Research Nurse

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Research Nurse to join the Department of Surgery within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative clinical research that aims to improve health outcomes for our communities

Working closely with clinicians, researchers, students, and participants, you will play a key role in coordinating and supporting clinical research studies while developing your own research capabilities within a collaborative and supportive environment.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of specialist clinical care, academic medicine and research.

You will have the opportunity to work directly with two academic rhinologists, interact with our laboratory research group, and contribute to projects involving medical students and postgraduate researchers. Importantly, you will see the patients whose problems are driving the research — and have the opportunity to see that research translated back into clinical care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support clinical research studies.
• Recruit, consent, and follow up research participants.
• Collect clinical data and biological samples.
• Coordinate research activities between clinical and laboratory-based research teams.
• Assist with research projects undertaken by research students.
• Support the organisation and delivery of new research initiatives.
• Contribute to all stages of the research process, from ethics applications and participant recruitment through to data collection and knowledge translation.

This is a part-time (18.75h per week), fixed-term position for 6 months.

The salary range for this position is between $73,400 to $90,700, depending on skills and experience.

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

He kōrero mōu | About you

You are a registered nurse who is passionate about advancing health outcomes through research. You enjoy working collaboratively while also being confident managing your own workload and priorities.

With a strong eye for detail and excellent communication skills, you are committed to maintaining high-quality research standards and building positive relationships with participants and colleagues alike.

To be successful in this role, you will be someone who:

• Is a registered nurse with strong clinical and interpersonal skills
• Enjoys working directly with patients
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Has an interest in research and improving patient care
• Is curious and willing to learn
• Takes initiative and enjoys being involved rather than simply following instructions
• Works well within a small, collaborative clinical and research team

Previous research experience is welcome but not essential. We are particularly interested in someone with the enthusiasm and curiosity to develop their research skills and become an integral part of our research programme.

If you are a nurse who enjoys patient care, is curious about the science behind disease, and would like to develop your involvement in clinical research, we would love to hear from you.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices and a culture
• Career development programmes
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• 6.75% superannuation scheme

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply 

Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of 29 November 2026 to be considered. Please include an up-to-date CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.

If you have any questions, reach out to Jacqui Allen (Head of Department) via [email protected].

Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications via email.

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Additional Information

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