University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand
Department of Mathematics
Closing date: 17 September 2021
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
The Department of Mathematics within the School of Computing and
Mathematics Sciences, offers a broad programme in pure, applied, and
computational mathematics which gives opportunity for specialist and research
preparation, but also serves the needs in mathematics and statistics of other
disciplines in the University.
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role
We have an opportunity for a qualified and passionate person to support
teaching and learning for our popular statistics papers primarily through
lectures and tutorials.
You would be part of an expert team and involved in all aspects of teaching
and support for undergraduate students. In particular, you would deliver
lectures, coordinate a team of sessional assistants, assist with the
development of paper content and teaching resources, carry out day-to-day
administration and run some computer laboratory sessions.
For more information about the School of Computing and Mathematical
Sciences, please visit https://www.cms.waikato.ac.nz/
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
To be successful in this role you will have a background in statistics, with a
demonstrated teaching ability. You will also have a strong interest in
supporting student learning in the transition from secondary school to
university study, and inspiring students into considering further studies in our
discipline.
In addition, it is essential that you have an undergraduate degree in statistics
or mathematics, and it is strongly preferred that you have a postgraduate
degree, i.e. a Masters degree or PhD.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this
position?
Our University provides a unique and satisfying work environment with many
benefits to our staff including study opportunities and leave provisions.
The salary will be commensurate with the level of appointment. Current salary
range for Tutors is $45,624 to $66,830 per year and for Senior Tutors is
$69,124 to $84,062 per year.
This position is fixed term for two years and will commence in January 2022.
Enquiries of an academic nature should directed to Associate Professor
Daniel Delbourgo, Head of Mathematics
For more information: position description, full advertisement.
Waikato Vacancies page (see Vacancy Number 410264)
