Postgraduate Learning and Development Facilitator

OP_PR_380_05/24
Professional Grade 7 79009 - 111028
Office of the Provost
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time

Position Overview

Massey University is a world-leader in various academic disciplines and fields of research, deeply committed to being a Te Tiriti-led university. The Graduate Research School (GRS) is an integral part of this mission, offering comprehensive support for postgraduate research students and supervisors across all stages of their academic journey. The GRS upholds high standards of ethics and research integrity, enhancing the research capabilities of both students and staff through innovative practices and strong leadership.

About the Role:

As the Postgraduate Learning and Development Facilitator, you play a pivotal role in shaping the future of postgraduate research at Massey University. This position is crucial in leading the development, delivery, and evaluation of our Supervisor Accreditation programme and facilitating top-tier learning and development opportunities for our postgraduate research students. Additionally, as a Massey employee there are many staff benefits for you to enjoy - Benefits of working at Massey - Massey University

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and manage Supervisor Accreditation, ensuring alignment with Massey’s research supervision policies.
• Develop high-quality learning resources for both supervisors and postgraduate students across various platforms.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of programmes to ensure continuous improvement and evidence-based practices.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders such as research supervisors, the Teaching Academy and student support services, and external bodies like the Australian Council of Graduate Research.

Who Are We Looking For:

We value individuals who are effective communicators, able to build strong relationships, and work cooperatively within diverse teams. We are particularly looking for:

• A passionate educator, with a postgraduate research degree, preferably doctoral.
• A proven track record in teaching, learning facilitation, and professional development within a postgraduate or research-intensive setting. Experience in supervising student research would be ideal.
• A thorough understanding of the university sector, including national and international trends, the New Zealand postgraduate research environment, and familiarity with the stages of postgraduate research, expected milestones, and the related policies, strategies, and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, adeptness in planning, delivering, evaluating, and reporting on professional learning and development initiatives.
• An appreciation and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its implications for work at Massey University.

STILL INTERESTED?

Only applications submitted via the Massey application process will be accepted, however should you have enquiries regarding this role you may be directed to the Team Leader for Postgraduate Research, Dr Farzana Gounder, at: [email protected]

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Closing: 26/05/2024 21:30:00

07/05/2024