"Graduate Research School (9-month secondment/fixed term)"

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Graduate Research School (9-month secondment/fixed term)

• 9-month secondment/fixed term position based in Auckland CBD
• Thrive in a team that supports one another and celebrates shared success
• Grow your career in a role that sits at the heart of AUT's vibrant postgraduate research community
• Are you confident, self-motivated, and have a sharp eye for detail? Do you possess excellent communication, computer literacy, and organisational skills, along with the ability to set priorities and meet tight deadlines? Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity The Graduate Research School is searching for a Research Examination Coordinator to join our fabulous team on a 9-month secondment or fixed-term contract. The Graduate Research School (GRS) offers support and researcher development for AUT postgraduate research students, supervisors and staff to assist in the growth of a vibrant research culture. The GRS has three portfolios: Researcher Education and Development; Policy and Progressions; and Examinations. As the Research Examination Coordinator in the Examinations team, you will be responsible for coordinating AUT's research examination processes. A strong team player, you will thrive under pressure, managing your workload effectively to meet deadlines and contribute to team goals. This role plays a key part in supporting our postgraduate research journey and involves close collaboration with various teams across the University. You'll need to be adaptable, collaborative, and capable of integrating your responsibilities with the broader work of others to help achieve AUT's strategic goals. Success in this role requires not just strong administrative and technical skills, but also a sound understanding of the tertiary environment - particularly postgraduate research. To succeed in this role, you will need to:Be familiar with research examination processes
• Have previous knowledge and experience in tertiary education administration
• Be exceptionally organised, efficient, and an innovative problem-solver
• Be a team player
• Have the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Have a strong attention to detail, with a commitment to high-quality work
• Be a confident communicator, able to engage effectively at all levels
• Be flexible with a willingness to work after-hours when required
• Hold a tertiary qualification

You will bring a strong work ethic, a high level of professionalism, and a team-focused mindset. Most importantly, you care about enhancing the student experience and take pride in supporting students on their research journey. Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research examinations and broaden your understanding of postgraduate research administration. Whether you're looking to grow within the tertiary sector or step up into a more senior coordination role, this secondment/fixed-term position is a great platform for professional development and career progression. If your application is successful, you will be joining a highly effective, fun team committed to AUT's values of tika, pono, aroha - respect, integrity, kindness. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply Please supply your CV and a cover letter explaining why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and how your experience aligns with the key experience and attributes we are seeking. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an in-person interview. Tohutoro Mahi | Job Reference:93362 Te rā aukati | Closing Date:15th September 2025, 11:55pm *Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week