Head of Research
Core
Strategic research leader shaping the organisation's research capability, direction, reputation, and long-term sustainability while supporting high-impact science programmes in public health and forensic sciences.
Role type
Senior IC research leader (Head of Research)
Builds
Research portfolio, governance frameworks, strategic partnerships, and funding bids
Domain
Public health and forensic sciences
Required skills
PhD or equivalent, national/international scientific reputation, senior leadership in public sector/Crown Research Institute, strategic direction influence, Te Ao Māori perspectives integration
Preferred skills
Te Tiriti o Waitangi understanding, te reo Māori capability
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Provide operational leadership of research portfolio and governance framework; Lead continuous improvement of research systems, quality standards, ethics, publication processes, and data stewardship; Strengthen national and international scientific partnerships; Oversee strategic funding activities, major research bids, and key stakeholder partnerships
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC