Assistant Research Fellow Statistical Modelling and Econometrics
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Job Location:
Dunedin - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
DIVISIONS OF SCIENCES TE ROHE A AHIKĀROA
OTAGO BUSINESS SCHOOL TE KURA PAKIHI
INTER-DEPARTMENTAL COLLABORATIVE PROJECT
Ceilings firewalls cliffs escalators labyrinths and floors: Identifying quantifying and correcting causes and consequences of ethnicity and gender pay gaps at Otago
The role Te mahi
The successful applicant will work with Professors Lincoln Wood and Christina Hulbe staff in the Universitys Strategy Analytics and Reporting and Equity Offices and an enthusiastic project steering group.
We seek a motivated researcher with a background in statistical modelling and econometrics and an interest in workplace equity and concrete actions to drive meaningful change. This research project aims to build a comprehensive understanding of ethnicity and gender pay gaps and their development over time using HR data from a large New Zealand employer (ours) so that appropriate remedies can be identified and implemented. The project is endorsed by senior leaders in the Universitys Human Resources Division the Pay Gaps Steering Group and Equity Advisory Committee and supported by an award from the Otago Foundation Trust.
Skills And Experience Kā Pūkeka Me Kā Wheako
Candidates for this position should:
Hold a postgraduate qualification in applied statistics economics data science or a closely related quantitative field.
Have experience using statistical software (R Python SPSS Stata) regression analysis and statistical modelling are required.
Preference will be given to:
Recent graduates or PhD candidates seeking research experience.
Candidates who have experience with employment data and familiarity with Māori and Pacific data sovereignty principles.
Candidates with programming skills in R Python or similar languages.
Familiarity with Aoteaora New Zealand employment context is not required but will be helpful.
Further details Pūroko
This position is full time (1FTE) one-year fixed term position based in Ōtepoti Dunedin
It is possible to arrange job-sharing between two candidates to accommodate ongoing study or other obligations.
The salary for this role is $65210 per annum.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
For further information or to discuss the role in confidence please contact either Prof. Christina Hulbe or Prof. Lincoln Wood via the details below.
Application Tono
Candidates are requested to submit the following:
CV
Cover letter
Names and email addresses of at least three referees
To submit your application click the apply button. Applications quoting reference numberwill close on Thursday 29 January 2026.
Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The university reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Additional Information
Contact: Prof. Christina Hulbe or Prof. Lincoln Wood
Position details: Information Statement
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Further Information: Department Website
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Location: About Dunedin
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Bioinformatics
- Genetics
- R
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
- Flow Cytometry
- Microscopy
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