Assistant Research Fellow - School of Graduate Research at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

84125.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Qualitative Research, Interviewing, Data Analysis, Literature Collating, Policy Compilation, Stakeholder Engagement, Report Writing, Presentation Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Independent Work, Teamwork

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ GRADUATE RESEARCH SCHOOL | TE KURA RANGAHAU TĀURA RESEARCH DIVISION | TE WĀHAKA MATUA RAKAHAU About our team | Mō te tīma The Graduate Research School (GRS) supports over 1,200 doctoral candidates across the University of Otago, providing leadership in postgraduate policy, development, and candidate experience. The role | Te mahi The School is seeking an Assistant Research Fellow to provide research support for a study reimagining doctoral assessment to promote inclusivity, authenticity, and relevance. As an integral member of the research team, you will contribute to understanding sector readiness for alternative approaches to doctoral assessment. Your work will involve: • Collating and analysing relevant literature. • Compiling a database of policies relating to doctoral assessment. • Setting up, organising, and conducting interviews with key stakeholders. • Analysing qualitative interview data. • Assisting with dissemination of findings, including reports and presentations. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in doctoral education, supporting the development of more inclusive and future‑focused assessment practices. Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako The successful applicant will: • Be a current (or recently completed) doctoral candidate at the University of Otago. • Have essential experience in qualitative research, including interviewing and data analysis. • Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Show proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a research team. • Possess a strong desire to enhance the doctoral experience for future candidates. Highly valued (but not required): • Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. • Experience working in Pacific research contexts. Further details | Pūroko This is a part-time (0.3 FTE), fixed term position until December 2026 located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The anticipated start date is March 2026. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for these positions. The salary range for this position is $62,496 to $84,125 (pro rata). The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. For further information, please contact Professor Rachel Spronken‑Smith, 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 2600349 will close on Sunday, 1 March 2026. 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: Professor Rachel Spronken‑Smith Position details: Information Statement Guidelines for Academic Positions: Guidelines Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

The Assistant Research Fellow will provide research support for a study focused on reimagining doctoral assessment to enhance inclusivity, authenticity, and relevance. Key tasks include literature review, policy database compilation, conducting stakeholder interviews, analyzing qualitative data, and assisting with the dissemination of findings.