Year 4 Director (Academic) - part-time (12 hrs per week)

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is one of the largest and most diverse faculties in the University, with more than 4,000 students and 1,000 staff. Our faculty is ranked among the top 1% of biomedical universities worldwide and is committed to improving the health of local, national, and global communities through excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Our mission and values place strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both communities and enterprises to advance the well-being of the people of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to sustainability.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The Medical Programme Directorate (MPD) provides the management and administration of the MBChB curriculum and its vision, documentation/data, maintenance of standards, improvements, and the integration of new initiatives. The MPD also provides leadership and management of all relevant academic processes to implement the programme efficiently, actively contributes to the Faculty and its committees with reports and/ or evidence, as required, and it communicates and liaises with all schools and sites contributing to the medical programme. The MPD sits in the School of Medicine. 

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced academic to take on the part-time role of Year 4 Director within the MBChB programme. This is an academic coordination role that plays a key part in overseeing Year 4 attachments, providing pastoral and academic support for students, and contributing to curriculum development and assessment activities.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee Year 4 attachments, teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Provide orientation, monitoring, and support for students, including those requiring academic or pastoral intervention.
• Liaise closely with the Phase 2 Director, other Year Coordinators, academic staff, and student support services to ensure the smooth delivery of Year 4.
• Assist in producing the Year 4 timetable.
• Contribute to curriculum review, development, and programme enhancement.

This is a part-time (0.3 FTE / 12 hours per week), Academic permanent position.

The salary range for this role is $120,752 – $138,721(pro-rated), dependent on skills and experience

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description 

He kōrero mōu | About you

We are looking for a committed and collaborative individual with strong experience in health professional education. You will be a confident communicator who can balance academic coordination responsibilities with student support and engagement.

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medicine.
• Experience providing pastoral support to students.
• Strong communication skills, a collaborative working style, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred:

• Higher degree qualification.
• At least five years’ experience in a tertiary institution involved in health professional education.
• Experience within the MBChB programme at the University of Auckland.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including the option to work from home by arrangement).
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave.
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contributions.
• A wide range of staff benefits, including career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and discounts on internal and external services.

For more information, please visit our Staff Benefits page.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 27th February 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV, outlining how you meet the skills and experience detailed above.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Rossella Capochiani de Iudicibus, Group Services Coordinator via [email protected].  Please note that we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

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