Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityTe Ptahi Mtauranga, the Faculty of Arts and Education, is seeking a Sub Doctoral Research Coordinator to provide additional support until the end of 2027. This role plays a vital part in supporting postgraduate research students undertaking subdoctoral research (30 points and above). You will provide specialist advice, manage complex academic processes, and ensure students experience seamless, timely and manaenhancing support throughout their research journey.You will also work closely with academic leaders and central service teams to deliver consistent, highquality service and continuously improve postgraduate research support.Key responsibilities include:Coordinating and managing core academic processes supporting postgraduate research students, ensuring accuracy and adherence to University deadlinesActing as an initial point of contact for subdoctoral research students, providing specialist advice and escalating complex matters when required.Managing the examination process for 30point and above research components, from examiner nomination through to final grade confirmationSupporting academic leaders with enrolments, results checking, completion processes, extensions, suspensions and programme changesAssisting with supervision matters, including supervision matching, changes and issue resolutionBuilding strong working relationships with faculty colleagues, central services and communities of practice across the UniversityContributing to service improvement initiatives and ensuring accurate, uptodate information across studentfacing channels