Professional Teaching Fellow

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland creates globally transformative impacts through our distinctive strengths in world leading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships, inspired by our unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific. 

The Faculty of Engineering is committed to creating an environment where people thrive and contribute to improving the quality of life in national and global communities, as well as enhancing the wealth creation of the nation, through excellence in teaching, research and service.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are on the lookout for a Professional Teaching Fellow to join our Engineering Science and Biomedical Engineering team. In this role you will undertake high quality teaching into the undergraduate programmes delivered by the Department of Engineering Science and Biomedical Engineering; to lead, plan and deliver lectures, laboratories, tutorials and the assessment of students, and to assist with the administration of the taught programme.

The role will also require teaching a block course on introductory operations research and mathematical modelling at least once a year over 3 weeks at Northeastern University (NEU) in Qinghuangdao, China. The role would provide the opportunity for leadership and coordination of resources in support of possible collaboration with academics at NEU.Additional responsibilities of the role include:

• Develop, in collaboration with colleagues, curricula and pedagogy for the delivery of courses in engineering science.
• Coordinate and administer teaching laboratory activities in consultation with other colleagues and laboratory technicians.
• Engage in Service to the Department of Engineering Science and Biomedical Engineering, the Faculty of Engineering and the University of Auckland, e.g., Student Field Trips, Community Outreach (and other duties as required by the Head of Department).

This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, on a 2 year fixed-term contract. The salary range for this role is $100,696 and $132,495 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our suitable candidate will meet the requirements below:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Science, Applied Math, Computational Engineering Physics, Computer Science, Software Engineering,  Computational/Numerical modelling, Bioengineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated ability to use a range of teaching techniques and technologies to deliver an excellent student experience.
• Be able to teach the undergraduate courses ENGSCI 255 (Modelling and Analytics in Operations Research) and 331 (Computational Techniques 2).
• Be able to teach aspects of Mathematical Modelling and Machine Learning.
• Ability to interact well with undergraduate students.
• Ability to create and maintain an outstanding teaching and learning environment.
• Good written and communication skills.
• Ability to innovate in the delivery of taught materials.
• Competence using the Python programming language.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 15/10/2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Cameron Walker - cameron.walker@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information

Equity

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The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz