Systems AnalystDeveloper NZ Mortality Review Committee

DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCES TE WĀHANGA MATUA MĀTAU HAUORA
NEW ZEALAND MORTALITY REVIEW DATA GROUP TE RŌPŪ KOHI PITOPITO MŌHIOTANGA MŌ TE TAKA MATE

Competitive salary 6.75% Superannuation 5 Weeks Annual Leave.
Work within a team grounded in ngākau pono (integrity) and mutual respect.
We encourage continuous learning professional growth and career progression.

About our team Mō te tīma

The New Zealand Mortality Review Data Group (NZMRDG) sits within the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health within the Faculty of Medicine Dunedin. The NZMRDG supports New Zealands National Mortality Review Committee He Mutunga Kore providing the systems and data that enable meaningful analysis and reporting to improve health outcomes. This opportunity is to join a collaborative team working with large complex health datasets and modern web technologies.

The role Te mahi

Were looking for a talented Systems Analyst/Developer to join the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health supporting the systems used by the New Zealand Mortality Review Committee (NZMRDG).

The NZMRDG plays a vital role in collecting analysing and reporting mortality data to support national mortality review committees and inform recommendations that help reduce preventable deaths across Aotearoa New Zealand.

In this role youll develop enhance and maintain the systems that underpin this important work. Working within an experienced development team youll contribute to the ongoing evolution of web-based applications and databases while collaborating closely with researchers analysts and subject matter experts.

Your skills and experience Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

Youll be an enthusiastic software developer who enjoys solving problems and building practical solutions that make a difference. To be successful youll have:

A tertiary qualification in Computer Science Information Science or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
Experience developing applications using PHP ideally with the Laravel framework.
Knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL.
Experience with JavaScript and Python scripting.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
The ability to translate user requirements into effective technical solutions.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.

Further details Pūroko

This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) permanent position based in Ōtepoti Dunedin.

The appointment range for this role is $75631 to $80503. Top of range $88750 per year.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds experiences skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

For further information or to discuss the roles in confidence please contact Dr Rachael Lawrence Lodge via the contact details below.

Application Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference numberwill close on Sunday 6 September 2026.

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

Additional Information

Contact: Dr Rachael Lawrence Lodge

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

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