Teaching Fellow - Marine Science

University of Otago; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 88,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in New Zealand is seeking a Teaching Fellow for the Department of Marine Science. This part-time position involves assisting in teaching Oceanography papers and working closely with students in a dynamic learning environment. Candidates must have an MSc in Marine Science or a related field and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The role offers a salary range of $75,727 to $87,849 per annum (pro rata).

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work with students and staff from differing academic and cultural backgrounds.
• Current driver’s licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in preparation of teaching material.
• Running laboratory sessions, tutorials and field trips.
• Managing laboratory, field and vessel bookings.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

MSc degree or higher in Marine Science or related environmental/physical sciences

Job description

Overview

The Department of Marine Science is a dynamic and multi‑disciplinary department committed to research, education and conservation of our marine environment. The department runs a BSc in Marine Science and currently has about 300 students enrolled in this major. The main campus office is situated on Castle Street, with additional facilities at Portobello, several research vessels including the RV Polaris II, and remote field sites in Fiordland and Stewart Island.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

Role

As a Teaching Fellow you will work under the guidance of academic leads responsible for two Oceanography papers within the BSc in Marine Science. Your focus will be supporting learning and teaching in core Marine Science undergraduate papers, including but not limited to MARI201 (Oceanography: The Physical Ocean) and MARI322 (Coastal and Shelf Sea Oceanography).

Key Tasks

• Assisting in preparation of teaching material.
• Running laboratory sessions, tutorials and field trips.
• Managing laboratory, field and vessel bookings.
• Organising demonstrators and teaching materials.
• Assisting with course assessments and providing feedback to students.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills and Experience

• MSc degree or higher in Marine Science or related environmental/physical sciences, or currently studying for a postgraduate degree.
• Study or work experience in Oceanography (advantage).
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and independently.
• Proven ability to work with students and staff from differing academic and cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A current driver’s licence.
• A commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and to diversity/equal opportunity.

Further Details

This is a permanent, part‑time (0.5 FTE) position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The role is worked only during semester time (February‑May and July‑October, including two weeks prior to each semester). The salary range is $75,727 to $87,849 per annum (pro rata). You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply.

Application

• A CV, including employment history.
• A letter of application outlining how you fit the teaching role.
• Three referee contact details, including telephone number and email address.

To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2501738 will close on Sunday, 11 January 2026.

Additional Information

Note: As a part‑time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro‑rata equivalent of the annual full‑time salary range listed.

Contact: Dr Robert Smith

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