Part-time permanent position (0.5 FTE)

The School of Clinical Sciences at AUT University seeks a part-time permanent (0.5FTE) Head of Department/Programme Leader for the Department of Anaesthetic Technology which will be situated at the AUT South campus in Manukau.

The successful applicant in this role will assist in the development of a Department of Anaesthetic Technology and will be expected to make senior contributions to its academic programme development, emerging research capacity and linkages with relevant health agencies. Leadership of the new department is an important component of this position. The appointee will be experienced in Anaesthetic Technology practice and have an understanding of academia. The department offers scope to further development of programmes and research projects.

In addition to teaching, the appointee will be encouraged to conduct research in their own area and to work with other researchers active within the School of Clinical Sciences and the wider university.

This role reports to the Head of School of Clinical Sciences and will be a key contributor to the development of the new degree programme in BHSc Anaesthetic Technology, ensuring delivery and implementation of the programme curriculum.

Applicants must submit their CV as well as a cover letter, addressing the following key selection criteria: –

1. Formal qualifications as outlined in person specification
2. Experience in teaching and research in Anaesthetic Technology
3. Ability to analyse and evaluate information, to think critically and exercise sound judgement in problem solving
4. Able to initiate and manage change and demonstrate leadership capabilities

This position presents an opportunity to join a friendly and innovative team at AUT’s South campus in Manukau.

Ref: 70820

Closing Date: April 7th 2020