Company Description
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
At Te Kura Mātai Kori Tinana | Department of Exercise Sciences we seek to understand the role of exercise in sustaining health, improving disease outcomes, and enhancing human performance through physical activity and sport.

Our teaching and research integrates exercise physiology, exercise psychology, movement neuroscience, biomechanics, exercise prescription and physiotherapy to investigate the role of exercise and physical activity in sustaining health, improving disease outcomes through rehabilitation and enhancing human performance.
Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.

Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are seeking a Tutor in the Department of Exercise Sciences to contribute to effective and inspiring teaching and learning experiences for students along with providing high-quality services to our Health and Rehabilitation Clinic clients.
The Health and Rehabilitation Clinic provides expert guidance to help prevent or manage chronic health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Our purpose-built facility, which is located on the University of Auckland’s Newmarket Campus, offers state-of-the-art equipment. The position will suit someone wishing to join a small, passionate, and dedicated team who have a positive impact on the daily experiences of students and clients in the Health and Rehabilitation Clinic.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Postgraduate degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology.
• An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Exercise Sciences or equivalent.
• Practitioner experience in a clinical setting.

This is a permanent, full-time 1 FTE (40 hours per week) role.
Remuneration: $78,695 - $ 87,773
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description
Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
We are New Zealand’s leading academic programme in Exercise Sciences. Our teaching and research seek to understand how physical activity changes the human body when it is growing, performing incredible physical feats, ageing or at risk of disease. The Department of Exercise Sciences brings together physiotherapy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, movement neuroscience, and exercise and sport psychology to investigate the role of exercise and physical activity in sustaining health, improving disease outcomes, and enhancing human performance.
He kōrero mōu | About you
You will be committed to quality and effectiveness in teaching; with the ability to be proactive and take initiative. You will have excellent oral and written communication skills and have excellent judgement and decision-making skills.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 12th October 2024 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Professor Michael Kingsley via michael.kingsley@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information
port, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpui MVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz