Joint Research and Teaching Fellow

Employing Organisation(s):

Te Whatu Ora Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley and/or University of Otago, Wellington

(Contracting structure to be finalised - see below)

Reports to:

• Dr Stephen Inns (Medical Lead for Research, Te Whatu Ora CCHV) and Raulle Sol Cruz (Research Manager) for CTU activities
• Dr Stephen Inns or Professor Anna Ranta (Head of Department, Medicine - UOW) for University responsibilities

Location:

Wellington Regional Hospital and/or Hutt Hospital, and the University of Otago, Wellington

(Some flexibility depending on operational needs and appointment structure)

Tenure:

Fixed term - 1 year (full time or 0.8'1.0 FTE negotiable)

Position Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity for a resident medical officer (PGY2 or above) to gain broad exposure to academic medicine through a unique joint appointment between the Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) at Te Whatu Ora - Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley and the Department of Medicine at the University of Otago, Wellington.

The role is intended to be split approximately equally between:

• Supporting research and clinical trial activity in the CTU
• Contributing to medical student teaching, assessment, and teaching innovation within the Department of Medicine

This is a career development role, intended to provide a comprehensive foundation in clinical academic practice, including opportunities to contribute to publications, pursue formal teaching qualifications, and connect with senior clinician-researchers across both institutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Research (Te Whatu Ora CTU)

• Support ongoing clinical trials, including protocol familiarisation, data collection, patient engagement, and trial coordination tasks
• Contribute to the preparation of ethics applications, data management, and publication drafts
• Participate in regular CTU team meetings and assist with audit and quality assurance activities
• Build collaborative relationships with clinician-researchers and partner institutions

Teaching (University of Otago Department of Medicine)

• Assist in the delivery of clinical teaching in modules of the MBChB program
• Contribute to assessment activities, OSCEs, and curriculum development
• Work with the Department's Medical Education Unit (MEU) and explore options for formal education portfolio development

Person Specification

Essential:

• Registered medical practitioner in New Zealand, PGY2 or above
• Demonstrated interest in clinical research and/or medical education
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

• Prior experience in clinical trials or research
• Teaching experience (formal or informal)
• Interest in pursuing a career in academic medicine

Professional Development:

• Participate in formal training in clinical education or research methods
• Present at internal research or teaching symposia
• Co-author one or more abstracts or publications where appropriate

Employment Structure

The employment arrangement for this position is still being finalised. Options under consideration include:

• A single joint appointment through the University or Te Whatu Ora with cross-invoicing
• Two separate fixed-term part-time appointments (one with each institution)

Line management and accountability will be tailored to the final structure, with efforts made to ensure clarity, support, and protection from role creep. This will be clarified with the appointee during the offer process.

Remuneration

Salary will be based on relevant experience and qualifications, and aligned with University or Te Whatu Ora scales. FTE and salary banding will be confirmed at the time of appointment.

Application Process

Please email the following

• A current CV
• A brief cover letter outlining interest and relevant experience
• Contact details for two referees

Applications will be considered as they are received and will close when position is filled.