Professional Teaching Fellow - Behaviour Analysis - 10 month fixed term - part-time

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

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Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of behaviour analysts and psychologists? Join one of the world’s leading psychology schools and make a meaningful impact through high-quality teaching, supervision and applied clinical practice.

We are seeking a Professional Teaching Fellow to join our Behaviour Analysis Programme on a 10-month fixed-term basis to cover parental leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-established, internationally recognised programme and contribute to postgraduate teaching and clinical supervision within a supportive and collaborative academic environment.

In this role, you will deliver engaging, evidence-based teaching at postgraduate level, support student progression, and provide clinical supervision to interns. You’ll work closely with the Programme Director and academic colleagues to assist with course coordination, assessment, student support, and community engagement activities.

You’ll also contribute to the wider life of the School through professional service, programme activities and outreach, while upholding the University’s commitment to equity, inclusion and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

This is a part-time (14 hrs per week), fixed-term role. The role may be filled by one person on 0.35 FTE, or by multiple people sharing the FTE (e.g., a 0.2 FTE and a 0.15 FTE).

The remuneration is between $105,791 – $116,929 per annum, pro-rated on FTE, dependent on skills and experience, and will be prorated  

For more detailed information on the role, accountabilities, and requirements, please review this position description 

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Behaviour analysis is a science that uses evidence-based methods derived from the principles of behaviour to improve socially important behaviours to a meaningful degree. It is used in a wide range of areas, including education, special education, dementia care, organisational management, parent training, occupational safety, sports psychology, brain injury rehabilitation, forensics, and clinical psychology. Additionally, behaviour analysis is often recommended as the best-practice approach for working with people with intellectual disabilities and/or neurodiversity (e.g., autism).

Worldwide demand for competent behaviour analysts exceeds current supply, especially in the education of, and remediation of behavioural problems. The Behaviour Analysis programme was the first training programme to be developed outside of the USA, and has a long history of training high-quality behaviour analysts. Our graduates are eligible to be registered as psychologists in New Zealand (the programme carries New Zealand Psychologist Board accreditation) and work in a range of areas post-graduation. Our programme also supports a number of Honours and PhD students, conducts behaviour-analytic research, and contributes to the undergraduate programme in the School of Psychology. The programme has strong community links with many services, including special schools and dementia care homes.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You’ll be a motivated and student-focused practitioner with a strong foundation in behaviour analysis and a genuine commitment to education and supervision. You’ll bring excellent communication skills, sound professional judgement, and a collaborative approach to working with students, colleagues, and community partners.

You will have:

• Registration with the New Zealand Psychologists Board and a current practising certificate
• A Master’s degree or PhD in Behaviour Analysis
• Strong knowledge of behaviour-analytic theory, ethics, and evidence-based practice
• A commitment to high-quality teaching, supervision, and student outcomes

Ideally, you’ll also bring:

• Teaching and/or supervision experience in behaviour analysis
• More than two years’ professional practice as a behaviour analyst or psychologist
• BCBA certification (preferred but not essential)

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 4th March 2026 to be considered.

Please include your cover letter and CV, highlighting how you can meet the aforementioned skills and experience.

Please reach out to Niki Harre (Head of School - Psychology) via [email protected] or Rebecca Sharp (Programme Director) via [email protected]) for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

For further support on applying and how to write your cover letter or create a CV please see the staff intranet site detailing how to apply for internal roles. 

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, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz