Teaching Fellow in Biomedical Sciences

• Are you passionate about helping students explore multiple pathways in health and science?
• Do you thrive in environments that value teaching excellence, innovation, and student success?
• This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Waikato and contribute to the development of future leaders in biomedical science

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

As Teaching Fellow in Biomedical Sciences, you will play a core role in delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across areas relevant to the Biomedical Science major. This may include lectures, tutorials, workshops, laboratories, and fieldwork.

Your responsibilities will also include contributing to assessment, paper administration, development of teaching materials, and training or supervising sessional assistants.

Teaching Fellows at Waikato focus on excellence in teaching and learning rather than research, making this an ideal role for those passionate about education, student engagement, and impactful teaching practice.

Salary will be in the range of $79,211 to $111,169 per year, based on the skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the role. This is a full-time position (37.5 hours a week) based at our Hilcrest campus.

For more information about the position, please refer to the position description.  All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted. 

Please note: Interviews for this role will take place in early January 2026. All candidates will be contacted and updated in the New Year.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You will hold a postgraduate qualification in a biomedical sciences discipline and have proven successful tertiary-level teaching experience in areas relevant to Biomedical Science.

You are known for your ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues, and for your commitment to delivering engaging, inclusive, and innovative learning experiences, including online and blended approaches.

You will bring:

Strong organisational and administrative skills

• High accuracy in assessment and marking
• The ability to adopt and apply new teaching methods, models, and technologies
• A commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity, and partnership with Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented, student-focused environment

A background in curriculum development is an advantage.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? 

The Division of Health is dedicated to achieving better and fairer health outcomes for Aotearoa. We offer programmes in Biomedical Sciences, Human Performance Science, Health Promotion, Nursing, Midwifery, Pharmacy, and Sport Development and Coaching, with ongoing expansion into new health disciplines.

The School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences supports students across a range of programmes and contributes to the Division's mission to address health inequities, strengthen Māori and Pacific health outcomes, and prepare graduates for future health workforce needs.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of Aotearoa's newest health education and research ecosystem. You will play a key role in creating the technical infrastructure and operational systems that enable innovative, equitable, and sustainable health education for the future.

At the University of Waikato, we value integrity, creativity, diversity, and our enduring partnership with Māori. We are committed to a workplace that is inclusive and mana-enhancing, and we welcome applications from candidates with the skills, authority, and vision to help us achieve our goals.

Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. 

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. 

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Monday 5th January 2025

Requisition number: 1003189