[ref. i73462302] Research Assistantat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Toka Tumai Auckland -
An opportunity for an exciting professional growth journey in a unit with worldwide connections.Vascular and Interventional Research Unit (VIRU) is a world-renowned team of Clinical Researchers, specializing in First in Human Clinical Trials, some of which are First in World.
The expertise of the VIRU Clinical Researchers is recognised worldwide, as they support and participate as a lead site in innovative research here in New Zealand.The expertise of the unit lies in medical devices supporting innovation, with the aim of further developing therapeutic treatments for vascular patients.VIRU also participate in a number of single centre, multi-centre and randomised studies.
This is a varied and very satisfying role in a small and supportive high functioning team, which prioritises the differences we make to a patient’s life. As a Research Assistant:You will provide administrative support to the Clinical Researchers.You have a “can do” attitude and a commitment to excellence.You will drive up quality and efficiencies across the unit.You will be able to work off your own initiative.This is a challenging role with a varied day-to-day routine, requiring a high level of adaptability and critical thinking.For further details, please refer to the position description here.For more information about the role and service, please contact Cynthia Corne (Senior Research Coordinator) via CorneC@adhb.govt.nzAbout the Team/Service/ LocationThe position is primarily based at Auckland City Hospital.
You will be a member of a multidisciplinary, professional team committed to delivering quality care to Auckland’s Cardiovascular patients.Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand is set in a pristine marine-based environment with a temperate climate and has a population of 1.5 million. It is a vibrant mixture of lifestyles and cultures and offers easy access to stunning and diverse scenery and a wonderful range of outdoor pursuits.For more information on living and working in Auckland click hereAbout youThe ideal candidate:You have a tertiary qualification or relevant experience, ideally with experience working within the public health system or with data administration in the health sector.You have GCP certification.You have a high level of personal responsibility.You have strong communication skills which allow you to enjoy the comradery of a close knit team but also excel independently.Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to applyTo apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Aqeela Razvi, Recruitment Consultant at aqeela.razvi@tewhatuora.govt.nz We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.