Assistant Research Fellow
This is an exciting time and an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate to join the University of Otago. The School of Business are looking...
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Company: University of Otago
Location: Otago
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Job Description - Assistant Research Fellow (1801294)
COMMERCE DIVISION
OTAGO BUSINESS SCHOOL
Who we are
The University of Otago is New Zealand's oldest University and has a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealand's largest universities, with over 20,000 students, assets in excess of $1.6 billion and 4,000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Invercargill.
Ranked within the top 3% of universities in the world, the University of Otago recognises that our staff are the key to our success.
The Role
This is an exciting time and an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate to join the University of Otago. The School of Business are looking for a 0.8 FTE Research Assistant to work on externally funded research through the Science for Technological Innovation National Science Challenge. The position is a fixed term appointment starting in late July 2018 and ending on 31 July 2019. The role reports to the Associate Dean Māori at the Otago School of Business and will assist a team of business and Māori
Exemplary customer service is of utmost importance to the success of the Division.
Your Skills and Experience
We are looking for a contemporary and flexible Research Assistant who would like to work on research on how New Zealand and Māori enterprises connect to cutting-edge science and technology for economic and social good
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A completed research degree, preferably at Masters level or above;
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Competency in qualitative research including understanding of kaupapa Māori research. Familiarity with N-Vivo would be an advantage but is not necessary;
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Ability to quickly respond to requests for information;
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Good communication skills, including the ability to contribute to clearly written documents, journal articles or reviews.
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Good time management and organisational skills, with an ability to work with competing demands.
Further Details
This is a part time, fixed term position ending on 31 July 2019.