Senior Lecturer/Pūkenga Matua - Paediatrics (Christchurch)

Senior Lecturer/Pūkenga Matua - Paediatrics (Christchurch)-2400795

 

DEPARTMENT OF PAEDIATRICS - TE TARI MĀTAI AROTAMARIKI
UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO, CHRISTCHURCH

Our University of Otago, Christchurch campus is the base for medical and postgraduate health education and health research in Christchurch. 

The Department of Paediatrics collaborates closely in student teaching and research programmes with the region’s hospitals run by HealthNZ/Te Whatu Ora, and other community health agencies.

The role/Te mahi

This Senior Lecturer role within the Department of Paediatrics in Christchurch, represents an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to on-going teaching of medical students and potentially other departmental teaching programmes depending on your particular expertise. 

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in research activities including supervision of research activities, to lead and develop teaching activities within the Department of Paediatrics and to foster good relations with the University, local tertiary institutions, HealthNZ, and the community.

It will be expected that the appointee will play an active role in the University of Otago, Christchurch, including participation in various committees, attending departmental faculty meetings, and liaising closely with other academics and students.

Skills and experience/ Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

The successful candidate will have:
•    A relevant postgraduate and/or professional qualification.
•    A higher research degree, PhD or MD is desirable.
•    Specialist qualification in an area of Paediatric expertise not already covered within the department  e.g. Clinical Genetics, General Paediatrics, Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.
•    Expertise and experience in teaching and curriculum development.
•    A recognised qualification for specialist registration with the New Zealand Medical Council.
•    A current Annual Practising Certificate.

Further details/ Pūroko

This is a permanent, part time (0.5 FTE) position, located in Christchurch.

The salary range for a Senior Lecturer (Medical & Dental) is $138,548 to $172,693 (pro rata).

Specific enquiries regarding the role may be directed to Professor Tony Walls, Head of Department.

Application/ Tono

Candidates are requested to submit the following: 
•    A CV.
•    A cover letter.
•    Three referee contact details.
 
To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2400795 will close on Monday, 24 June 2024.

Additional Information

Contact: Professor Tony Walls

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Location: About Christchurch

Primary Location
 NZL-SI-Christchurch
Employment Status
 Permanent 
Salary Level and Range
 Senior Lecturer / Senior Research Fellow - Medical & Dental ($138,548 to $172,693)
Organisation
 Paediatrics
Job Function
 Research and Teaching