Tutor/Senior Tutor in Biosciences
Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa
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Job summary
Massey University – Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa is seeking a Tutor/Senior Tutor in Bioscience at the Manawat̄ u campus. The role focuses on coordinating teaching for Bioscience courses within the Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Nursing, using online and on-campus delivery modes.
Applicants should have a postgraduate Bioscience qualification and proven experience in online, blended and distance teaching.
Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in Bioscience.
- Experience teaching online, blended, internal and distance delivery.
- Ability to design and deliver Bioscience content for HE programmes.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver Bioscience teaching across BHS and BN programmes.
- Support online and on-campus learning, including practicals.
- Contribute to course administration and student engagement.
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Job description
Job Title: Tutor / Senior Tutor in Bioscience
Department: School of Health Sciences (SHS)
Location: Manawatu campus, Palmerston North
Closing Date: Sunday 11 October 2026, 11.00pm
The School of Health Sciences invites applications for the position of Tutor/Senior Tutor in the area of Bioscience. This is an ongoing full-time position located on the Manawatu campus.
In this role you will undertake and coordinate teaching of Bioscience courses, in the Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Nursing, using a variety of modes of delivery mediums including through electronic and online technologies. Key attributes for this position include knowledge and expertise in physiology and pathophysiology, chemistry, biochemistry and microbiology for health sciences, excellent course administrative skills for establishing smooth running of the courses and excellent skills for internal and/or distance student engagement. Some knowledge in pharmacology would be advantageous. Previous experience delivering or supporting Bioscience course practicals would be highly advantageous.
- Have postgraduate qualification in Bioscience or related discipline
- Have teaching experience in online, blended, internal and distance teaching delivery
- Teach Bioscience courses in Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Nursing programmes
- Have teaching experience in internal, online and distance content design and delivery
- Demonstrate excellent teamwork and self-management skills
This position falls within a Tutor / Senior Tutor salary range. The agreed salary will consider the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Tutor - $66,299 - $87,116
Senior Tutor - $86,116 - $100,987
The Health Science team in School of Health Sciences provides a unique opportunity to collaborate and work with staff across campuses and Schools within the College of Health. Our courses are core courses in Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Nursing so you will be working with Nursing staff as well as School of Health Sciences staff.
Massey University is an innovative leader committed to "Shaping the Nation." Enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for professional growth and development in a Te Tiriti- led organization.
- Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme
- Five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave
- Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family
- Special staff rates available for campus gym membership
- Staff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across NZ
- Access to a wonderful on-Campus crèche /day care facilities
- Comprehensive professional development and training programmes
- Staff fee concession for study with Massey and 30% discount on fees for immediate family of staff undertaking undergraduate study (conditions apply)
- Bioscience
- Physiology
- Pathophysiology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Health Sciences Education
- Nursing Education
- Higher Education
- Teaching & Learning
- Curriculum Development
- Course Coordination
- Online Teaching
- Blended Learning
- Distance Education
- E-Learning
- Student Engagement
- Learning Management Systems
- Assessment Design
- Academic Administration
- Laboratory Practicals
- Interprofessional Education
- Health Science Programmes
- Bachelor of Health Science
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Educational Technology
- Team Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Postgraduate Qualification
- Academic Teaching
- Course Design
- Learner Support
- Communication Skills
- Self-Management
- Quality Assurance in Education
- Tertiary Education
- Science Education
- Healthcare Education
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