"Research Nurse-2501533"

FACULTY OF MEDICINE | TE KAUPEKA WHAIORA

DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE | TE TARI WHAIORA

About our team | Mō te tīma

The Department of Medicine is a major academic department within the Faculty of Medicine – Dunedin. In addition to teaching undergraduate medical students, we offer world-class postgraduate education and research opportunities to medical professionals, and PhD and masters' students.

The role | Te mahi

The Dunedin Dementia Prevention Research Clinic (Dunedin DPRC) is part of a national network of research clinics longitudinal studies investigating the causes of memory and functional decline in older adults. This is funded by a Neurological Foundation platform grant and the NZ Dementia Prevention Trust. We aim to identify the underlying processes that lead to cognitive impairment and to test new interventions that may delay or prevent the onset and progression of dementia.

The Dunedin DPRC recruit individuals in the very early stages of cognitive decline or dementia and monitors the natural course of their condition, while also exploring potential strategies that may slow or modify disease progression.

As a Clinical Research Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting this work. You will assess participants, interview study partners, coordinate assessments with the multidisciplinary team, and perform procedures such as blood testing, coordinating MRI and PET scans. You will also liaise with the Auckland and Christchurch DPRC teams to ensure research processes and assessments are aligned across New Zealand.

Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

Successful candidates will have:

•    Are registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and who hold a current practicing certificate.

•    A high level of proficiency in computer applications including word processing, email, database management.

•    Strong organisation and time management skills with precision in data handling and input.

•    Phlebotomy skills are an advantage but not essential. 

•    A commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to equal opportunity

and equity within medical education and the wider health system

You will be working in a team with neurologists, a neuropsychologist and scientific research fellow, as well as liaising with the Christchurch and Auckland DPRCs.

You need to have excellent communication skills with an ability to relate to a wide range of stakeholders including participants, study partners, referrers and the research team.

Further details | Pūroko

This is a part-time (11.25 hours per week) fixed-term role, continuing until December 2027. The start date can be negotiated. This role is based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

The appointment range is $84,147 to $106,319 per annum (pro-rata) depending on skills, qualifications and experience.

You need to have the right to work and live in New Zealand to apply for this role. 

Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours. This means that the contributions of kaimahi with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued and respected.

For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence – please contact Dr Nick Cutfield or Dr Sarah Buchanan via the contact details below.

Application | Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2501533 will close on Monday, 2 March 2026.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. 

Additional Information

Note: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed.

Contact:Dr Nick Cutfield or Dr Sarah Buchanhan 

Position details:Job Description

Further Information:Department Website

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Location:About Dunedin

Primary Location NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status Fixed Term 

Salary Level and Range Clinical Research Nurse/Midwife ($84,147 to $106,319)

Organisation Medicine

Job Function Nursing and Midwifery