About

• Company Description
• Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
• The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is a diverse faculty with more than 4,000 students studying across six schools, led by world-leading researchers. We are is committed to improving the health of our local, national and global communities through excellence in teaching, research, service and engagement.

• Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.
• Job Description
• Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
• This is a joint role across two supportive, high-impact teams. At the University of Auckland, you’ll join New Zealand’s leading academic department for obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive sciences, known for its world-class research and strong collaborative culture. Our vision as health professionals is to provide excellent care, to achieve the best reproductive and gynaecological health outcomes for women and their babies and families. At Te Whatu Ora – Waitematā, you’ll be part of the maternity team, delivering care to one of the country’s most diverse populations. Together, we’re committed to excellence in clinical care, research, teaching and leadership; working hard to achieve equitable outcomes for women’s health.
• Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
• We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who has a focus on obstetrics for a unique joint academic-clinical role spanning the University of Auckland and Te Whatu Ora – Waitematā. This 0.5 FTE academic and 0.5 FTE clinical salaried position offers an outstanding opportunity to shape the future of women’s health.
• Based in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Sciences, you will lead innovative research, supervise students, and contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The department is internationally recognised for its translational research, strong interdepartmental partnerships, and commitment to equity in health outcomes.
• Clinically, you will join a progressive, collaborative team at Waitakere Hospital—supporting antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care in a vibrant, high-volume maternity service. You will contribute to the obstetric on-call roster, clinical leadership, and service improvement across the Waitematā district.
• This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician-researcher to drive impact across research, education, and maternal care—while working in one of New Zealand’s most diverse and fast-growing health regions.

This permanent position (40 hrs per week) has a salary range for

• Senior Lecturer between $126,863 – $159,904 (pro-rata) and/or
• Associate Professor from $165,808 - (pro-rata), dependent on skills and experience.
• **The successful applicant will additionally receive an annual medical loading stipend from the University: Senior Lecturer - $60,260 & Associate Professor - $57,798 pro-rated. Note that after-hours on call is remunerated by the hospital in addition to the base salary**
• For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description
• He kōrero mōu | About you
• You are an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a focus on obstetrics and a strong commitment to equitable, evidence-based maternity care and a passion for academic medicine. You bring clinical credibility, proven research capability, and a track record of teaching and mentoring medical students and trainees. You are collaborative by nature, culturally responsive in practice, and motivated to make a meaningful impact on maternal and reproductive health outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate

• Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (or eligibility to obtain it)
• Fellowship with RANZCOG (or an equivalent specialist qualification)
• A PhD or MD, or substantial research experience in obstetrics and gynaecology
• Proven ability to lead or contribute to high-quality clinical and/or translational research
• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, with a commitment to student development
• The ability to work effectively across academic and clinical settings, including supervision and service improvement
• A clear focus on advancing health equity, particularly for Māori and Pacific communities
• You will thrive in a joint appointment that allows you to balance clinical excellence with research leadership and teaching innovation, in an environment that values collegiality, curiosity, and impact.
• Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
• The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation (retirement savings) scheme
• A competitive salary with up to 6 weeks’ annual leave and unlimited CME leave
• Additionally, we offer reimbursement of CME costs and fees related to RANZCOG, MCNZ, and MPS. The University offers career development programs, a generous parental leave allowance, and various other discounts on internal and external services.
• For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.
• Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
• Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 6th February 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV, highlighting how you can meet the skills and experience detailed above.
• Please reach out to Larry Chamley, via [email protected], for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
• **Important Notice – Our Holiday Close-Down Period**
• Our recruitment team will be on break from 22nd December 2025 to 5th January 2026. During this time, applications will be received as normal; however, they will not be actively reviewed or processed until we return.
• We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining Waipapa Taumata Rau – The University of Auckland, and we wish you a safe and enjoyable holiday season.
• Additional Information
• Equity
• The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz