"Clinical Educator"

• Join New Zealand's leading Podiatry education programs
• Help shape the future of healthcare in Aotearoa, New Zealand
• Teach and mentor future Podiatrists
• Permanent, part-time 0.4FTE (15 hours/week) position, based at the AUT North Campus, Akoranga, North Shore

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 27,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

The Department of Podiatry in the School of Allied Health has a part-time (0.4FTE), permanent position available for a Clinical Educator to join our small and passionate clinical teaching team. We are committed to developing clinically excellent, culturally competent healthcare practitioners who are ready to serve our diverse communities. We value innovation in teaching, research excellence, and community partnership.

Primarily this role will be the education of podiatry undergraduate students in the AUT Integrated Health clinic. However, there will also be the opportunity to be involved in research and to work interprofessionally with a range of experts.  You will be expected to share your expertise with the students, facilitate student learning in the clinical setting, encourage problem-solving, effective participation within the team and reflective practice within the student group, give encouraging feedback to students and assess individual student progress against preset criteria. You will embrace the vision and values of the school and commit to ongoing professional development supported by the AUT staff development programme. 

The position will work alongside students including Māori and Pacific students so a high level of cultural sensitivity is desired, along with knowledge of kawa and tikanga Māori and mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge). 

The successful applicant will:

• Have 5 years minimum clinical experience as an experienced Podiatrist
• Registration with the Podiatry Board of New Zealand
• A current Annual Practising Certificate
• An undergraduate degree or higher
• Experience in working in the healthcare industry in New Zealand
• Demonstrated understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and their application in healthcare education
• Strong commitment to cultural safety in healthcare education

Please see the position description available for more information.

About you | Ko wai koe

If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience - you’ll fit right in.

You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your academic career.

We offer:

• Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports belonging.
• Clear, visible pathways to grow your academic profile and global impact.
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contributions to teaching, research, citizenship and living our values.
• Mentoring and support for research grants, sabbaticals and publication. (delete for teaching-path roles)
• Access to our labs, simulation centres and real-world research partnerships.
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose.
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff
• Professional development and funded study pathways to keep you moving forward.
• Free gym membership.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your full academic CV please also submit:

• a cover letter explaining which specific role is of interest, why AUT and how your experience aligns with some, or all, of the selection criteria we're seeking below;
• a teaching and research statement (1 page each max)

Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $96,000 - $101,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience) - pro rata 
• For academic enquiries: Contact Mike Frecklington mike.frecklington@aut.ac.nz

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 30 March 2026 11:55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 93941

This role is considered a children’s worker role and will be subject to safety checks as part of the Children’s Act 2014. 

At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.