Teaching Fellow - Pharmacy at University of Otago
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Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

87849.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Teaching, Communication, Laboratory Skills, Assessment, Course Administration, Teamwork, Cultural Competence, Innovative Learning Tools

Industry

Research Services

Description
__________ SCHOOL OF PHARMACY | HE RAU KAWAKAWA DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCES | TE WĀHANGA MATUA MĀTAU HAUORA About our team/Mō te tīma The Otago School of Pharmacy is the oldest in the country and prides itself on achieving excellence in pharmaceutical science and pharmaceutical care. We aim for excellence in research and research informed teaching in pharmaceutical science, clinical pharmacy and social pharmacy. The role/Te mahi We are seeking an innovative individual to join our world-class academics in He Rau Kawakawa (School of Pharmacy) at the University of Otago. Teaching Fellows support undergraduate teaching by assisting with preparation and delivery of course material, assessment and course administration duties. In this role you will be required to: • Facilitate learning by delivering high quality lectures, tutorials, workshops and laboratories as expected in the School of Pharmacy. • Undertake mock labs to ensure sound experimental set up. • Assist with setting up the laboratory classes, where required, and ensure all equipment is in working order and ready for use. • Ensure the laboratories are run safely and chemical residues and biohazard waste are disposed of appropriately. • Provide in-course assessment and feedback to students on their progress. • Carry out invigilation, marking and assessment reporting in accordance with University guidelines. • Assist with course administration and development of innovative learning tools and materials. • Take an active interest in the activities relating to the School. • Meet all compliance and reporting requirements. • Work collegially with staff and students in the School and University. Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako You will have aptitude for effective teaching at tertiary level, as well as: • A Masters degree or above (in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medicinal Chemistry or a related discipline), and may hold or be studying towards a higher degree. • Teaching experience at the undergraduate levels. • Good communication skills and an ability to work co-operatively with others. • Evidence of an ability to work well with students and staff from differing academic and cultural backgrounds and at all levels of the institution. Further details/Pūroko This is a part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed term position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The salary range for this position is $75,727 to $87,849 per annum (pro rata). You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role. The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. For further information, please contact Associate Professor Arlene McDowell via the contact details below. Application/Tono To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2501823 will close on Sunday, 4 January 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. Additional Information Note: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed. Contact: Associate Professor Arlene McDowell Position details: Information Statement Guidelines for Academic Positions: Guidelines Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin
Responsibilities
Teaching Fellows support undergraduate teaching by preparing and delivering course material, assessments, and course administration duties. They facilitate learning through lectures, tutorials, and laboratory classes while ensuring safety and compliance in laboratory settings.
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