Teaching Fellow in Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences

University of Otago

Dunedin, New Zealand

4d ago

Teaching Fellow in Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences-2002079

SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCES

Our school

Based in Dunedin, the School of Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences at the University of Otago has a long-standing international reputation as a leader in education, research and community service.

The role

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences. In this role you will contribute to the sociocultural areas of the teaching programme.

Support the Coordinator of SPEX101 (Sport, Science & Society) and other SPESES Socio-cultural papers at both undergraduate and graduate level for example papers and modules related to : Sport & Exercise Psychology, Sport Development & Management, Sport & Exercise Sociology, Sport Media, Sports Coaching, and Māori Physical Education and Health.

Assist with marking, course and Blackboard administration.

Provide student support, course advice and pastoral care.

Contribute to the continuing development of the teaching programmes within the School.

You will also teach undergraduate and postgraduate students and develop teaching materials and assessment of student performance.

Your skills and experience

Postgraduate Degree (PhD preferred) in the Socio-cultural aspects of sport and exercise.

Knowledge of the SPESES Sociocultural curriculum at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Tertiary teaching experience including organising tutorials, marking assessments and general administration of SPESES sociocultural-related curriculum.

Experience with large undergraduate papers is desirable.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Further details

The University of Otago is well-known for its collegiality and combined with living in the vibrant city of Dunedin provides opportunities for an excellent work-life balance.

The Dunedin campus is ranked as one of the top 15 most beautiful in the world. The city has affordable living, excellent schools, and a great array of activities, ranging from Art & Literature to outdoor activities.

This is a fixed-term, full-time position, from 1 February to 30 November 2021.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand

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