Research Fellow The Dunedin Study

DUNEDIN MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT STUDY (THE DUNEDIN STUDY)
DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY TE TARI WHAKAMĀTAU HINENGARO
DIVISION OF SCIENCES TE ROHE A AHIKĀROA

Who we are Ko wai mātou

Established in 1869 the University of Otago is the oldest and the third largest university in New Zealand with a total enrolment of over 20000 which is spread over four main divisions the Otago Business School (Division of Commerce) Division of Sciences Division of Humanities and Division of Health Sciences.

Ranked within the top 1% of universities in the world the University of Otago recognises that our staff are the key to our success. The Otago Business School is ranked number one for research in New Zealand and is internationally recognised as part of the prestigious Partners in International Management (PIM) network and sis internationally accredited through AACSB and EQUIS.

The Dunedin Study has followed the lives of 1037 babies born between 1 April 1972 and 31 March 1973 at Queen Mary Maternity Hospital Dunedin New Zealand since their birth. The Study is now in its fifth decade and has produced more than 1400 publications and reports many of which have influenced or helped inform policy makers in New Zealand and overseas. The Research Unit has been based in the Department of Psychology at the University of Otago since 2015.

The role Te mahi

In this role you will undertake longitudinal analyses and research examining Māori health across the life course based on the Dunedin Study and other related studies data. You will work with large complex datasets including linked administrative data (i.e. the Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI)).

While authoring papers from research or scholarship undertaken during the period of appointment and you will also provide advice and support with related data infrastructure projects.

Your skills and experience Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

We seek applicants who can undertake independent research in a new area for the Dunedin Study. Our ideal candidate will have high level statistical skills in combination with expertise in Māori health are needed to work with Dunedin Study data alongside other birth cohort studies data as well as data within the IDI. You will alsp be able to apply an equity lens to independent research and have the opportunity to also work on other Dunedin Study projects related to health chronic conditions and disabilities over the lifecourse.

In addition to the above we seek candidates who have:
PhD in a relevant discipline
Advanced skills in biostatistics research design data management and statistical analysis
Advanced skills in statistical programming
Expertise in working with linked administrative data (i.e. the Integrated Data Infrastructure (IDI)).
Strong record of communicating research including conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications
Experience undertaking research with a diverse range of groups and communities.
Experience working in Māori health

Further details Pūroko

This is a part time (0.6 FTE) fixed term (until September 2029) position based in Ōtepoti Dunedin.

The appointment range for this role is $97377 to $114943.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job.

Specific enquiries may be directed to Professor Moana Theodore Director Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Research Unit via the contact details below.

Application Tono

Candidates are requested to submit the following:
A CV.
A cover letter.
Three referee contact details.

To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference numberwill close Sunday 24 May 2026.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The University has the right to close this vacancy at any time.

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 Moana Theodore

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