Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland is the leading science faculty in New Zealand and one of the largest in Australasia and undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological and computational sciences.

At Te Kura Mātai Rorohiko | The School of Computer Science has a strong research focus and our teaching programmes span a wide range of computer science subject areas including Data Science, Digital Security, Information Technology, Logic and Computation, and more.

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We are currently looking for a Professional Teaching Fellow to join our Auckland ICT Graduate School on a 12 month fixed term contract.

This role will be responsible for ensuring the school meets key objectives and milestones through the effective development and delivering of innovative teaching, course coordination and pastoral care for students.

Accountabilities

• Support teaching activities such as preparing and delivering lectures and providing academic oversight and pastoral care to the student cohort.
• Ensure that labs are equipped for course delivery.
• Make sure that results of experiments, such as data, are safeguarded (backups) and catalogued.
• Improve, monitor and enforce Health and Safety in the labs.

For more detailed information, please refer to the POSITION DESCRIPTION

About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū

The Auckland ICT Graduate School sits within the School of Computer Science and was introduced  to meet the ongoing demand for students with a talent in computer and information technology through two new postgraduate programmes, the Master of Information Technology (MInfoTech) and the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology (PGCertIT). The aim is to develop industry-ready graduates with the right mix of technology skills, critical thinking and other business savvy to drive innovation in New Zealand. The faculties of Science, Business, Engineering, and Medical and Health Sciences all contribute to the teaching of ICT and complementary skills.

About you | He kōrero mōu

Our ideal candidate will have a relevant teaching qualification and or related tertiary teaching experience with demonstrable commitment to quality teaching and improving student outcomes and experience.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and engage with new technology and learning management systems (experience with Canvas preferred)
• An understanding or willingness to learn about equity concerns, New Zealand’s diverse cultural population and the impact that can have on student recruitment, retention and outcomes

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 23 March 2021 to be considered.

Please include a cover letter outlining what strengths you would bring to this position.

In accordance with our commitment to equitable recruitment, the University welcomes applications from all suitably qualified and experienced candidates. In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government has imposed a travel ban and are currently only allowing New Zealand Residents, Citizens and visa holders meeting a strict exception policy to enter the country, all of whom must currently enter Government approved quarantine for two weeks on arrival.

It is uncertain when these border restrictions will change, and this may impact the degree to which an off-shore candidate can engage in the interview process; or be available to commence in a new position. For more information and updates on the border restrictions visit the Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government’s official Covid-19 website.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz.