Assessment, Moderation and Academic Integrity Lead

University of Waikato; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional university leave and super?

Job summary

University of Waikato is recruiting an Assessment, Moderation and Academic Integrity Lead to redesign assessment across programmes and support learning design. The role is based at the Hamilton campus with collaboration across Tauranga and international settings.

You will lead the new Teaching Design and Innovation Studio, shaping policy and practice in alignment with Te Tiriti o Waitangi and mātauranga Māori, and contribute to high-quality teaching and assessment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, assessment or related field.
• Doctorate or formal qualification in assessment design is advantageous.
• Five+ years in higher education assessment design and moderation.

Responsibilities

• Design fair, valid, authentic assessments at programme level and enhance integrity.
• Lead professional learning to lift assessment design and moderation practices.
• Provide expert consultation on complex assessment challenges.
• Support programme teams through assessment mapping, moderation and calibration.

Skills

Assessment design

Moderation

Formative assessment

Academic integrity

Standards-based assessment

Te Tiriti o Waitangi / mātauranga Māor

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Doctorate or formal qualification in assessment design (advantage)

Job description

Assessment, Moderation and Academic Integrity Lead

Job Description

Redesign assessment so it's fair, authentic and resilient in the age of AI.

• Join us as we establish a new Teaching Design and Innovation Studio
• Continuing, full-time role based at our Hamilton campus, and supporting academic staff across our Tauranga campus and in international settings.
• Additional university leave and competitive superannuation.

Higher education is changing, and the University of Waikato is investing in shaping what comes next. Our commitment to outstanding learning experiences and student success, underpinned by a high-quality curriculum, means reimagining how teaching and assessment are practiced across the University.

The new Teaching Design and Innovation Studio will lead this change, working alongside academic staff to rethink learning design and grow teaching capability. As one of the founding team members, you'll bring your expertise to that partnership and make this a lived reality for every student.

Reporting to the new Associate Director, Teaching Design and Innovation Studio, you will partner with academic staff to design fair, valid and authentic assessments at programme level, and lead the professional learning that lifts assessment design and moderation practice across the University. You will design assessment approaches that proactively support academic integrity, including task design that responds thoughtfully to AI, provide expert consultation on complex assessment challenges, support programme teams through assessment mapping and moderation and calibration activities, and feed what you learn into University-wide policy on assessment and academic integrity.

This is an opportunity to bring your expertise, influence direction, and make the role your own while contributing to the future of the University's academic portfolio and the success of its students.

The salary will begin at $115,904 pro-rata per year and is negotiable based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based at our Hamilton campus, and supporting academic staff across our Tauranga campus and in international settings.

Ko wai koe? - Who are you?

You are a fair-minded, resilient assessment expert who can navigate sensitive conversations with judgement and care. You hold a master's degree in education, assessment or a related field; a doctorate or formal qualification in assessment design would set you apart.

You will bring:

• At least five years in higher education assessment design and moderation, with expertise in authentic and programmatic assessment and constructive alignment.
• Experience designing formative assessment approaches that support student learning, self-assessment and reflection.
• Experience with academic integrity policy and intervention, including assessment design that responds thoughtfully to AI.
• Competence in moderation frameworks, grade calibration and standards-based assessment.
• Familiarity with assessment research methodologies, applying evidence-informed innovations in assessment practice.
• A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and mātauranga Māori, and the ability to apply this in your work.

Experience leading institutional assessment reviews or policy development, or a research background in assessment or academic integrity, would each be an advantage.

Don't meet every single requirement? Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.

Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) is responsible for teaching and learning, curriculum oversight, academic governance and quality assurance, student administration and enrolment, and the pastoral care and support of students.

Situated within this portfolio, the Teaching Design and Innovation Studio provides University-wide leadership, oversight and service delivery for learning design, teaching innovation and pedagogical capability development.

We partner with academic leaders, staff and professional services to enhance high-quality learning experiences across all modalities and to strengthen consistent, evidence-informed and student-centred teaching and assessment practice - spanning curriculum coherence, inclusive design, assessment quality and academic integrity, digitally mature teaching, and the evaluation and recognition of teaching excellence.

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

We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. 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.