Lecturer - Pain and Pain Management (Christchurch)

University of Otago

  • Christchurch
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND MUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE | TE TARI HĀPARAPARA ME TE WHAIORA UA-KĀHIWI
UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO, CHRISTCHURCH | ŌTĀKOU WHAKAIHU WAKA, ŌTAUTAHIAbout our team / Mō te tīmaThe University of Otago is New Zealand's oldest University and has a strong teaching and research tradition, rated 5 plus for quality by QS stars, and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealand's largest universities, with over 20,000 students, assets in excess of $2.5 billion and 4,000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Invercargill.The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Musculoskeletal Medicine is unique in New Zealand. Surgical and medical components of musculoskeletal diseases and injuries are combined into one discipline utilising both academic and service personnel. A vibrant research culture exists in the Department. We are involved in many projects primarily in the areas of clinical outcomes, cartilage regeneration, tissue engineering, joint arthroplasty, rehabilitation, bioengineering and function of tetraplegic patients. We deliver comprehensive teaching of musculoskeletal disorders and pain management to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Our postgraduate programmes provide clinically-orientated academic training for a wide range of health and related professions.The Role / Te MahiThe department is inviting applications for the position of Lecturer. The successful candidate will focus on the Pain and Pain Management programme, which is one of the three main postgraduate programmes in the department. Key responsibilities in this role include:
  • Engaging in research activities including supervision of research students and to support the pain research focus of the Postgraduate Programmes in Pain and Pain Management.
  • Collaborating with the Academic Coordinator and members of the pain teaching team to ensure teaching/learning meets the IASP Interprofessional Curriculum requirements and aligns with University of Otago teaching/learning best practice guidelines.
Skills and Experience / Kā Pūkeka me Kā WheakoSuccessful candidates must have the following skills and experience:
  • PhD or equivalent doctorate in appropriate field normally preferred. Master’s degree minimum, and or relevant postgraduate qualifications.
  • Demonstrated capacity for independent research.
  • May be transferring knowledge to the community and industry for the development of products and services that benefit society.
  • Commitment to upholding the University’s core values related to support and success of Māori and Pacific students, aligned with the University’s Māori Strategic Framework and Pacific Strategic Framework.
Further Details / PūrokoThis is a part-time (0.4 FTE), permanent position, based in Ōtautahi, Christchurch.You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.Please direct specific enquiries to Rebekah Higgs, via the contact details below.Application / TonoCandidates are requested to submit the following:
  • Curriculum vitae.
  • Detailed cover letter addressing suitability for the position.
  • Names and contact details of at least three referees.
To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2501229 will close on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
Additional InformationNote: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed.Contact:Position details:Guidelines for Academic Positions:Further Information:Create an email with a link to this vacancy:Location:

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