Teaching Fellow - Human Nutrition

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

Job summary

The University of Otago invites applications for a permanent Teaching Fellow in Human Nutrition based in Ōtepoti/Dunedin. You will contribute to undergraduate teaching across the Human Nutrition curriculum, including hands-on applied papers, and help develop course content and assessment.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSc (or equivalent) with MSc/MAppSc/MDiet in Human Nutrition, demonstrate enthusiasm for research-informed teaching, and have skills in cooking techniques, recipe development,

Qualifications

• BSc (or equivalent) and MSc/MAppSc/MDiet in Human Nutrition are required.
• Experience with teaching approaches in Human Nutrition is preferred.
• Cooking techniques, safe food handling and hygiene practices are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach across undergraduate Human Nutrition courses including hands-on papers.
• Collaborate on course content development and assessment of students.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Menu planning

Food handling & hygiene

Curriculum development

Māori health concepts

Collaboration across teams

Time management

Equity & Te Tiriti understanding

Education

BSc (or equivalent)

MSc/MAppSc/MDiet in Human Nutrition

Job description

Teaching Fellow - Human Nutrition - 2601554

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Who we are | Ko wai mātou

The Department of Human Nutrition at the University of Otago is the longest established department of its kind at a New Zealand University. The Department supports BSc, MSc (Thesis, Applied and Coursework options), and PhD students. Our teaching addresses research frontiers alongside real-world challenges, and our graduates are knowledgeable about the important place of nutrition in achieving social equity and supporting the wellbeing of individuals and communities.

The Department has a long-standing commitment to research and teaching on the impact human nutrition has on the health and wellbeing for individuals and communities, regionally, nationally, and internationally. We aim to connect issues specific to Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific region with themes in the international, professional, and research discourse.

The role | Te mahi

We are seeking to appoint a permanent Teaching Fellow role in Human Nutrition. We welcome applicants with expertise across the breadth of Human Nutrition, including applicants with expertise in culinary nutrition, clinical nutrition and public health, and Māori and Pacific health.

In this role, you will contribute to teaching across our undergraduate curriculum in Human Nutrition, including our more hands-on applied nutrition papers. You will also be involved with collaborative teaching activities, assessing student performance, and collaboratively developing course content and teaching materials.

This is an opportunity for an energetic, creative and committed individual to significantly contribute to the teaching curriculum in a collegial and dynamic department and university.

• BSc (or equivalent), MSc, MAppSc or MDiet qualification in Human Nutrition.
• Enthusiasm for, and preferably experience in, research-informed teaching approaches in Human Nutrition.
• Proficiency in basic and advanced cooking techniques and ability to demonstrate safe and efficient food handling and hygiene practices.
• Understanding of recipe development and modification for nutrition goals. Skills in menu planning and meal preparation for different population groups.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, balance competing demands, navigate and collaborate effectively with a variety of working styles.
• Willingness to learn or knowledge of te ao Māori and its role in fostering student success at the University.
• Skills and commitment to strengthening curriculum in relation to te ao Māori and mātauranga Māori.
• Ability and willingness to develop a firm commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi), the University’s Māori Strategic Framework and Pacific Strategic Framework, and to equity. Some experience working with Māori and Pacific communities in nutrition and health is desirable.

This is a permanent, full -time (1.0 FTE) position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

We anticipate that the successful applicant will be able to start early February 2027, please indicate your availability in your cover letter.

The salary range is $75,727 to $87,849 per annum.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

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.

Additional enquiries about the role may be directed to Meredith Peddie, Senior Lecturer, Human Nutrition via the contact details below.

Applications quoting reference number 2601554 will close on Sunday, 22 November 2026.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received, the University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Additional Information

Salary Level and Range Teaching & Professional Practice Fellow 1 ($75,727 to $87,849)