Administrator - Biomedical Sciences at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

74609.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative Support, Time Management, Communication, Collaboration, Confidentiality, Discretion, Organizational Skills, Operational Support, Relationship Building, Cultural Safety

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ FACULTY OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | TE KAUPEKA MĀTAI ROKOĀ-KOIORA DIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION | WHAKARATOKA ME NGĀ WHAKARITEKA Ā-WĀHAKA The role | Te mahi We’re looking for an organised and proactive Administrator to support the Faculty of Biomedical Sciences and strengthen our day to day operations. This role plays an important part in ensuring a smooth, high performing administrative service, working closely with academic colleagues, professional staff and students across the faculty. Providing high level, generalist and operational support to the Head of Department in Anatomy, you’ll be a trusted and reliable team member who brings initiative, clarity and a strong sense of ownership to your work. Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako You’re comfortable working in a busy environment and take pride in supporting smooth day to day operations. Organised, adaptable and clear in your communication, you enjoy working collaboratively, building strong relationships, and contributing to shared success while always looking for practical ways to improve how we work. You will have: • A strong work ethic, with sound judgement, discretion and respect for confidentiality. • Time management skills able to work effectively to support team priorities. • Confidence to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. • Committed to culturally safe and respectful practice, with an understanding and appreciation of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Pasifika values. About our team | Mō te tīma Divisional Services and Administration are a group of highly skilled professional staff responsible for delivering an outstanding student and staff experience through high quality, effective service delivery to all of the University’s internal and external customers. Further details | Pūroko This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours) role, based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The appointment range for this role is $63,508 to 68,185. Top of the range is $73,640. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. We are also seeking candidates for Kaiwhakahaere Tari positions, which support the implementation of our Māori Strategic Framework. If you are interested in these positions, there will be an opportunity to tell us how you could contribute to a culture of whakawhanaukataka in our workplace through the application process. The appointment range for this role is $69,931 to $74,609. Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka | University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours. We welcome the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. For further information or to discuss the role in confidence - please contact Clare Dangerfield or Esther Wells via the contact details below. Application | Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2600733 will close Sunday, 17 May 2026. Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. Additional Information Contact: Esther Wells & Clare Dangerfield Position details: Administrator & Kaiwhakahaere Tari Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

Provide high-level operational and generalist administrative support to the Head of Department in Anatomy and the Faculty of Biomedical Sciences. Ensure smooth day-to-day operations and high-performing service delivery for academic staff and students.