Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

2026 Training Year – Renal Research Fellow

• Auckland, Waitematā, & Counties Manukau- Permanent Full time – Renal Research Fellow
• Opportunity to work alongside passionate and knowledgeable senior clinicians
• Come to Auckland – where we are training world class doctors

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

Working as a Renal Research Fellow

Nephrology encompasses care of patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, dialysis and renal transplantation.  The Renal Research Fellow position is available at Counties Manukau Health, and offers a unique opportunity to work in international and local nephrology trials. 

The Research Fellow position also involves some clinical Nephrology cover- including clinics, haemodialysis unit cover, inpatient work and taking part in the Renal Registrar out of hours on call roster and Medicine Registrar night roster.

For Advanced Trainees – three months of the run may be accredited towards Nephrology.  For Basic Trainees - three months of the run may be accredited to core Nephrology and three months to non-core Medicine (supervised research) as approved by local DPE.  For additional information on Nephrology or General Medicine Training please visit the Royal Australian College of Physicians (RACP) website.

Counties Manukau Health offers a structured clinical teaching programme and teaching opportunities; and is affiliated with the University of Auckland School of Medicine.

Renal Research Fellow job

This run is six months in length however applicants may express preference for a double run - i.e. 12 months.  The run description for the 2025 training year can be viewed on the Auckland Doctors website.  For further information on Basic or Advanced Training in New Zealand please visit the RACP website.

 About the Team/Service/ Location

Auckland consistently ranks as one of the most liveable cities in the world with its stunning natural landscapes, mix of cultures and world class entertainment. Working in the Auckland Region you will have the opportunity to work alongside our passionate and knowledgeable senior clinicians who will provide you with world class supervision and mentorship.

For more information on living and working in Auckland click here

 About you

• Must at least currently be a RACP Basic trainee or Advanced Trainee
• Eligible for registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand.  Support and assistance with this process can be provided

If you are already a Renal advanced trainee and a current employee in the Auckland region then you do not need to apply via this job listing. You will have independent meetings with your specialty.

Important: if you are a current RMO employee in the Auckland region seeking a six month allocation or applying for advanced training in Renal then you will need to formally apply.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

 How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 5 pm on Monday 9 June 2025. Offers to successful applicants will be sent Monday 18 August 2025  If you have any questions about the role, please contact Fulumoa Sua via Fulumoa.Sua@nra.health.nz