LLO011/LLO0112/LLO013 - Teaching Assistant - UU204 (x3)
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LLO011/ LLO012 /LLO13
The Opportunity
The University of the South Pacific is the premier tertiary institution in the Pacific region. Established in 1968, it is committed to international standards of research and teaching excellence, with an emphasis on key regional issues. USP is jointly owned by 12 member countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. Courses are offered face-to-face at our main campuses, as well as by online and blended modes, in order to cater for students spread across 33 million square kilometres of ocean, on both sides of the international dateline. This location at the heart of the world’s most linguistically diverse region makes USP a fascinating institution in which to work.
The School
The successful candidate will be based in the School of Pacific Arts, Communication and Education (SPACE) which houses the disciplines of Literature, Academic English, Pacific Studies, Linguistics, Education and Journalism. SPACE also offers programmes in the vernacular languages of the Pacific and is host to the Confucius Institute and the Oceania Centre for Arts, Culture and Pacific Studies. SPACE encourages collegiality and is invested in the cultivation of a dynamic scholarly community. It is one of the more research-focused schools in the university, a trend SPACE invites the successful applicant to continue.
The appointee will be expected to: provide academic teaching support and make contributions to the teaching effort of the University, as well as to carry out activities to develop his/her scholarly research and professional expertise relevant to the discipline. UU204 is a compulsory 200-level course at USP with an average of about 1,300 students each semester. This position assists the Programme/Course Coordinator by providing teaching support, including the preparation and delivery of tutorials and the marking of assignments.
The position will be based at Laucala Campus.
The position description can be downloaded by clicking on the link: https://www.bfound.net/Company/2090-20253207093240.pdf
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- For appointment at Band 1: Completed four years of tertiary study, including at the postgraduate level in the Humanities, Social Science or relevant discipline, and/or have equivalent qualifications and/or professional experience.
- Professional experience may include teaching experience, experience in research, experience outside tertiary education, creative achievement, professional contribution, and/or contributions to technical achievement.
- For appointment at Band 2: A Master’s degree in Humanities, Social Science or relevant discipline;
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. A confident, competent and articulate person.
- Self-starter
- Team player who can work in collaboration and compatibly with a large number of staff and students.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
- Ability to work independent in a demanding environment
Enquiries and further information: Dr. Katrina Talei Igglesden - Director Oceania Center of Arts Culture and Pacific Studies, SPACE, Email: katrina.igglesden@usp.ac.fj Phone: 32 37175
The position is available for a term of 3 years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
- FJ$30,090 to FJ$36,576 per annum
- FJ$37,855 to FJ$41,971 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 24 August 2025.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
