Administration Assistant

About the Role
Fixed- Term 6 Months, Full Time
We're looking for a proactive and organised Administration Assistant to support our research teams with a range of administrative and reception duties. You'll play an important role in keeping our clinical research operations running smoothly through accurate record keeping, document management, participant support, and front-of-house administration.
Key responsibilities include:
Prepare, scan, file and maintain research documentation
Support archiving activities and record management
Complete data entry and general administrative tasks
Welcome visitors and provide front desk reception services
Answer and direct phone calls and manage incoming mail
Coordinate travel arrangements for study participants
Support compliance with research quality standards and procedures
Maintain accurate records and documentation across studies
Tracking of laboratory results
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow processes and work independently
Administrative, reception, hospitality or healthcare experience
A professional approach to confidentiality and record keeping
Benefits
At NZCR, we recognise that our people are key to our success.
Discretionary bonus opportunities
Generous employee referral bonus programme
Retail discounts and exclusive deals
Leadership development and learning pathways
AI tools, training and professional development
Trans-Tasman career opportunities
Wellbeing and connectedness programme
Generous leave entitlements from day one
About NZCR
For more than 35 years, NZCR has delivered complex early and later-phase clinical trials across New Zealand and Australia, partnering with global pharmaceutical, biotechnology and contract research organisations to help advance new medicines and treatments.
Today, through our NZCR, CMAX, Optimal and Fusion brands, we have built one of Australasia's most established clinical research networks. Our teams work across a diverse range of therapeutic areas, delivering high-quality clinical research while creating exceptional experiences for participants, sponsors, investigators and partners.
We are globally respected for advancing health outcomes and are united by a shared purpose: improving lives through clinical research. Our people enjoy working here because they are empowered to find better ways, supported to learn and grow, and given the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of healthcare.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with clinical research experience who enjoys coordinating complex activities, building strong relationships, and being part of a team that delivers world-class research with real-world impact.
Our Values: We Do What's Right | We're In It Together | We Strive for Excellence | We Find Better Ways
For more information about NZCR visit www.nzcr.co.nz
When you apply for this role, you are consenting to us sharing your information with our sister company, Optimal, where additional opportunities for career growth and development may arise.

Employment type
Fixed Term Full-Time

Work arrangement
No