[vslist] VSList - VACANT: Senior Tutor in Optometry and Vision Science - The University of Auckland, Auckland, NEW ZEALAND.

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SENIOR TUTOR=20
Optometry and Vision Science
Department of Optometry & Vision Science
Faculty of Science
The University of Auckland.

Vacancy #: Senior Tutor A310-04A=20
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The successful applicant will be expected to undertake teaching and =
clinical
work at all levels of the optometry curriculum. You should hold a higher
degree in optometry.=20
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Location: Auckland=20
Term of Contract: Permanent=20
Closing Date: 25 June 2004
Position Overview: The Department of Optometry and Vision Science is =
seeking
applications for a permanent Senior Tutor position.=20

It is expected that the ideal applicant will have teaching experience =
and
experience in clinical optometry. A commitment to both teaching and =
clinical
work is essential. It would be an advantage to have a background in one =
or
more of: contact lenses, low vision, paediatric optometry and optics.=20

Candidates should have a higher degree in Optometry, Visual Science or a
related discipline or be about to qualify for such a degree.=20

Candidates must have an optometry qualification that is recognized for
registration as an optometrist in New Zealand or be willing to undertake =
the
examinations set by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand =
that
are required for registration.=20

Commencement in July 2004 is preferred.=20

For further information please contact the Head of Department, Associate
Professor Rob Jacobs, Telephone 64 9-373 7599, Extn 86019, Email:
r.jacobs@auckland.ac.nz=20

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JOB DESCRIPTION:  =20
Purpose Statement:
To undertake teaching at the undergraduate, pre-clinical and clinical
levels, graduate teaching as appropriate, and service to the Department =
and
the University.=20

Responsible To: Head of Department.=20

Key Accountability Areas:
The Department of Optometry and Vision Science is a department in the
Faculty of Science and conducts a four-year undergraduate course leading =
to
the degree of Bachelor of Optometry and postgraduate studies for the =
degree
of Master of Science (Optometry) and Doctor of Philosophy.=20

TEACHING/SUPERVISION:=20
Deliver high quality undergraduate and clinical teaching.=20
Develop and teach major curriculum components of courses.=20
Coordinate and administer the teaching of courses.=20
Supervise the clinical activities of undergraduate students.=20
Undertake graduate teaching (e.g. continuing education to the =
profession) as
appropriate.=20

ADMINISTRATION:=20
Carry out administrative responsibilities appropriate to the position.=20
Participate in community service activities that further advance =
optometry.=20

UNIVERSITY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Serve on University and/or Department committees.=20
Ensure the observance of University policy and codes of practice in all
teaching, research and administrative practices.=20
Contribute to the development of a Department working environment of
teamwork and co-operation.=20

Any other duties as required by the Head of Department.=20

PERSON SPECIFICATION:  =20
Qualifications:
A qualification in Optometry and a relevant postgraduate qualification =
or
other appropriate experience.=20

Experience:
Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching. Demonstrated =
excellence
in clinical teaching and supervision. Capacity to teach students from a
variety of cultural backgrounds. Ability to foster intra-disciplinary =
and
inter-disciplinary relationships in teaching. =20

Attributes and Skills:=20
You should hold an optometry qualification that is recognised for
registration as an optometrist in New Zealand or be willing to undertake =
the
examinations set by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand =
that
are required for registration.=20

FOR INFORMATION AND TO MAKE AN APPLICATION:
Applications for this position can be made on-line at
http://www.vacancies.auckland.ac.nz/positiondetail.asp?P=3D2391

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