Chemistry Teaching Fellow: Undergrad Lab & Student Support

University of Otago; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 76,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Otago in Dunedin invites applications for a fixed-term, full-time Teaching Fellow to support undergraduate chemistry papers, notably CHEM191 and CHEM199.

The role requires a relevant chemistry qualification, teaching aptitude, and ability to work with diverse student cohorts. The appointment runs February to November 2027 at Ōtepoti/Dunedin, with a salary range between NZD 75,727 and 87,849 per year.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Chemistry.
• Demonstrated aptitude for effective teaching at tertiary level.
• Ability to work well with students from diverse backgrounds in a NZ context.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and good organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise or demonstrate in lab classes.
• Supervise tutorials in CHEM191/199.
• Support equity group teaching.
• Provide one-on-one and pastoral support to students.
• Support course coordinators in running 100-level papers.

Skills

Teaching aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant chemistry qualification

Tools

Learning management systems (Brightspace/Blackboard)

Job description

University of Otago in Dunedin invites applications for a fixed-term, full-time Teaching Fellow to support undergraduate chemistry papers, notably CHEM191 and CHEM199.

The role requires a relevant chemistry qualification, teaching aptitude, and ability to work with diverse student cohorts. The appointment runs February to November 2027 at Ōtepoti/Dunedin, with a salary range between NZD 75,727 and 87,849 per year.