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Take pride in making a difference as a Housekeeper at Bryant Hall, supporting a safe, clean and welcoming student community.• Monday to Friday, no weekend work• Join a great team in a supportive and welcoming environment• Make a daily impact in a safe, student-focused environmentNgā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the roleJoin our vibrant team and play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all residents of the Hall. You'll help uphold the University's high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring that everyone enjoys a healthy and comfortable living space. Your work will directly contribute to a positive student experience, where safety and well-being are a shared priority and where your efforts make a visible, meaningful difference every day.The wage for this full-time position ranges from $24.84 to $27.26 per hour, depending on the skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the role. The hours for this 40hour working week are 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. This position is based at our Hillcrest Campus.For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Fui Te’evale, Residential Life Manager on [email protected]. Please apply through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.Ko wai koe? – Who are you?You are someone who takes pride in making spaces shine! You will be dedicated and an energetic individual with experience in commercial or institutional cleaning to help maintain our University Hall to the highest standards. You’ll bring a strong sense of responsibility, knowledge of health and safety, and a hands-on approach to keeping our environment clean, safe, and welcoming. If you're reliable, trustworthy, physically fit, and thrive working both independently and as part of a team—this is your chance to make a real difference in the daily lives of our residents.Don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? The Student and Academic Services Division provides a central service for student welfare, support and accommodation, and policies, information, advice and services relating to student administration and academic matters.He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.Ko te Tangata – For the PeopleThe University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.Applications Close on November 16, 2026Requisition number: 1003880#LI-DNI

__________DIVISION OF HUMANITIES | TE KETE ARONUICOLLEGE OF EDUCATION | TE KURA ĀKAU TAITOKAThe role | Te mahiThe College of Education Te Kura Ākau Taitoka offers a range of papers and programmes in education, including Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes that prepare future teachers. Committed to quality, excellence and continuous improvement, the College seeks an ITE Quality and Compliance Manager to champion these priorities, working collaboratively with colleagues across the College and external stakeholders to ensure our ITE programmes meet regulatory requirements and maintain high standards.This role brings together strategic thinking, collaboration and attention to detail to support programme quality and compliance. Through fostering strong partnerships and strengthening systems and processes, the ITE Quality and Compliance Manager plays an important role in supporting the success of our programmes, staff, and students.Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheakoThe ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience. They will be a collaborative, solutions-focused professional with significant experience in quality assurance, continuous improvement and compliance. They will enjoy building trusted relationships, navigating complex requirements, and providing practical guidance that supports high-quality outcomes for our Initial Teacher Education programmes. Organised and proactive, they will bring a strong commitment to continuous improvement and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. They will have the skills and experience to:• Build trusted relationships with academic leaders, professional staff, and external stakeholders.• Lead quality assurance, accreditation, and compliance activities related to Initial Teacher Education.• Interpret regulatory requirements and translate these into practical policies, processes and guidance that support the College's compliance obligations.• Prepare high-quality reports and documentation.• Drive continuous improvement while managing competing priorities and deadlines.About our team | Mō te tīmaTe Kura Ākau Taitoka | College of Education is home to initial teacher education, education studies and educational research at the University of Otago, including the Curriculum Insights and Progress Study. Through our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, we prepare future teachers and equip students from across the University with knowledge and perspectives that can make a positive difference in schools, communities and society. Guided by a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research and community engagement, we play an important role in shaping educational outcomes across Aotearoa.Further details | PūrokoThis is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours a week) position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.The appointment range for this position is $75,631 to $80,503 to top of range is $88,750.You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this vacancy.For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Associate Professor Naomi Ingram via the contact details below.Application | TonoTo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2601621 will close on Sunday, 15 November 2026.Applications may be reviewed as submitted and candidates may be invited to interview immediately. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.Additional InformationContact: Naomi IngramPosition details: Job DescriptionFurther Information: Department WebsiteCreate an email with a link to this vacancy: Create emailLocation: About Dunedin

__________DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY | TE TARI MĀTAI KARAREHEDIVISION OF SCIENCES | TE ROHE A AHIKAROAWho we are | Ko wai mātouThe Division of Sciences is one of the four divisions in the University, the others being Health Sciences, Commerce, and Humanities. The Division of Sciences represents a broad range of disciplines in 15 Departments and a number of inter-disciplinary programmes.The Department of Zoology has a strong international reputation in whole-organism biology, with research strengths in areas including conservation biology, genetics/genomics, parasitology, entomology, environmental physiology, wildlife management, neurobiology and statistical modeling, as well as in molecular, functional, population, community, freshwater and behavioural ecology. We have well-established links to the Departments of Botany and Marine Science, the cross-disciplinary Ecology Programme, the Genetics and Neuroscience Programmes, and other centres at the University of Otago, providing a collaborative environment and resources for innovative interdisciplinary research. Our staff have international reputations in their areas of expertise and make major contributions to answering fundamental questions in basic and applied research.The Department of Zoology is committed to affording students the opportunity to engage with knowledge of animals from a te ao Māori world view, and to strengthening its curriculum and research in relation to kaupapa Māori and mātauranga Māori, the University of Otago Māori Strategic Framework and Pacific Strategic Framework, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi).The role | Te mahiThe Department of Zoology is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for a fixed-term, part-time (0.52 FTE) position of Postdoctoral Research Fellow | Paewai Rangahau. This exciting opportunity is funded through a Royal Society Te Apārangi Marsden Fast-Start grant, The gift of infection: using parasites to tackle marine pollution, led by Dr Jerusha Bennett.The successful candidate will investigate the role of gastrointestinal parasites as potential biofilters of environmental contaminants in marine ecosystems. Specifically, the project examines how parasites influence the accumulation of plastics and heavy metals in seabirds and whether parasites provide an unexpected protective function against pollution.The position involves working with a unique collection of seabird specimens sourced through established collaborations with wildlife organisations, museums, mana whenua, and conservation partners throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.Key responsibilities include:• Conducting dissections of seabirds and collecting tissues for analysis.• Processing biological samples for plastic and trace metal quantification.• Potentially contributing to laboratory-based contaminant analyses using advanced analytical methods.• Managing and analysing ecological datasets using appropriate statistical approaches.• Preparing manuscripts for publication in international peer-reviewed journals.• Presenting findings at conferences, seminars, workshops and community engagement events.• Assisting with the co-supervision of postgraduate and undergraduate research students.• Supporting ongoing engagement with mana whenua and project collaborators.The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative research environment at the interface of parasitology, pollution ecology, wildlife health, and conservation biology.Your skills and experience | Kā Pūkeka me Kā Wheako• A PhD in parasitology, ecology, ecotoxicology, environmental science, chemistry, wildlife disease ecology, or a related discipline[AG1.1].• Willingness to uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) and the University’s Māori and Pacific Strategic Framework.• Demonstrated experience conducting independent research• Experience in environmental contaminant research, particularly plastics and/or heavy metals, is highly desirable. • Experience with laboratory techniques relevant to ecological, toxicological, parasitological or wildlife research. • Knowledge of statistical analysis and modelling of ecological data. • Ability to work relatively independently, and as part of a collaborative research team.Further Details | PūrokoThis is a fixed-term (18-months) part-time (0.52 FTE) position at the level of Postdoctoral Fellow PD01 based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.The successful candidate is expected to take up duties by 1 March 2027 or as soon as practically possible thereafter.Specific enquiries may be directed to Dr Jerusha Bennett via the email address below.Application | TonokaTo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click on the apply button below.Applications quoting reference number 2601610 will close on Monday, 30th November 2026.Additional Information Note: 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: Dr Jerusha BennettPosition details: Information StatementGuidelines for Academic Positions: GuidelinesFurther Information: Department WebsiteCreate an email with a link to this vacancy: Create emailLocation: About Dunedin

__________DIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION | WHAKARATOKA ME NGĀ WHAKARITEKA Ā-WĀHAKA ASKOTAGO | UIAŌTĀKOUAbout our team | Mō te tīmaAskOtago, the University's Service Centre, is the one-stop shop for all questions related to the University of Otago. You will play a key part in this team, working to assist University students, staff, visitors, and other customers with their queries and questions regarding life and work at Otago.The role | Te mahiWe are recruiting enthusiastic and proactive people to join our team as Service Representatives. In these positions, you will be part of a dynamic team committed to providing an excellent customer experience.You will work across a variety of channels to assist our customers. Using available information, you will understand the customer's situation and provide a tailored service to ensure first-contact resolution wherever appropriate.AskOtago is the first point of contact for university customers, including current and prospective students, staff, visitors, alumni, and members of the wider community. We support a broad range of enquiries and connect customers with the information, services, and support they need across the University.These are exciting roles for people who want to join a busy, complex, and challenging environment such as the University of Otago.Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheakoWe're looking for applicants who:• Have a positive, proactive approach to work.• Have experience providing excellent customer service.• Have an appreciation of the University's commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services that support an inclusive and welcoming environment.• Have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.• Are flexible and able to adapt quickly to a diverse range of queries.• Have a strong sense of pride and passion in their work.Recruitment processOnce you have submitted your application through our recruitment system, we will assess your submission. You may then be invited to complete a skills assessment and, if applicable, reference checks will be requested. The final step of the selection process will include attendance at an assessment centre.Further details | PūrokoThere are multiple permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) positions available. Based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.The appointment range for this role is $63,508 to $68,185. Top of range $73,640.Customer service is integral to AskOtago; it is therefore important that we are available to answer queries Monday to Saturday. AskOtago operating hours are 8:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Saturday. Staff work on a rostered basis, and successful applicants must be available to work shifts scheduled within the service operating hours, Monday to Saturday.You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.Specific enquiries may be directed to Philippa Hoult, Senior Manager AskOtago, via the contact details below.Application | TonoTo submit your application (including a CV and cover letter), please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2601586 will close Sunday, 15 November 2026. Additional InformationContact: Philippa HoultPosition details: Job DescriptionFurther Information: Department WebsiteCreate an email with a link to this vacancy: Create emailLocation: About Dunedin