School of Clinical Sciences, AUT University
Full time, permanent
North campus based
Join one of New Zealand's leading physiotherapy education programs and help shape the future of healthcare in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
About the Role
We seek an experienced physiotherapy educator to join our dynamic School of Clinical Sciences team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to developing culturally competent, evidence-based practitioners while advancing your academic career.
What You'll Do

• Deliver and develop innovative teaching in our undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy programs
• Contribute to our dynamic curriculum, integrating cultural safety and contemporary clinical practice
• Engage in research that advances physiotherapy practice and education
• Support student learning in both classroom and clinical settings
• Participate in departmental initiatives that promote equity and excellence in healthcare education

What You'll Bring
Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand
• Current Annual Practising Certificate
• Doctoral qualification (or commitment to working towards one)
• Demonstrated understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and their application in healthcare education
• Experience in culturally responsive teaching practices
• Strong commitment to cultural safety in healthcare education

Desired Expertise:

• Clinical expertise in neurological physiotherapy and/or cardiorespiratory care
• Experience working with Māori and Pacific communities in healthcare settings
• Track record of research outputs and scholarly activity
• Experience in developing culturally appropriate learning resources

Why AUT?

• Be part of a university that recognises and respects Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Join a collaborative team committed to excellence in physiotherapy education
• Contribute to advancing health equity in Aotearoa, New Zealand
• Access to research support and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

About Our Department
The Physiotherapy Department at AUT is committed to developing clinically excellent, culturally competent healthcare practitioners who are ready to serve diverse communities across Aotearoa, New Zealand. We value innovation in teaching, research excellence, and community partnership.
Location
We are based at the AUT North campus on the North Shore of Auckland, New Zealand.
For confidential inquiries, contact: Professor Paul Sowman paul.sowman@aut.ac.nz
Salary Range: $89,000 - $142,000 (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience)
Reference: 90688
Closing Date: 19 Nov 2024, at 11:55pm

• Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week