Doctoral Assistants and Graduate Assistants in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Graduate Assistant and Doctoral Assistant
School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences
Support student learning while building your academic teaching experience
• Part-time, fixed-term roles suitable alongside advanced study
• Develop tertiary teaching and assessment capability
• Contribute to Computer Science and Software Engineering
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role
Join the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences and help create an engaging learning experience for students in Computer Science and Software Engineering. As a Graduate Assistant or Doctoral Assistant, you will work with academic staff to support tutoring, laboratory sessions, marking and student learning. Doctoral Assistants may also contribute to curriculum and teaching-resource development in their area of expertise.
The Graduate Assistant salary is $56,250 per year, pro rata at 0.2 FTE. The Doctoral Assistant salary is $63,015 per year, pro rata at 0.2 FTE. These positions are fixed term for up to 12 months and part-time at approximately 7.5 hours per week (0.2 FTE), based in Hamilton. The preferred start date is Tuesday 2 February 2027.
For more information, please see the Doctoral Assistant or Graduate Assistant position descriptions. For a confidential conversation about teaching duties, contact Tim Elphick at tim.elphick@waikato.ac.nz . For academic enquiries about the masters and doctoral programmes, contact Professor Eibe Frank at eibe.frank@waikato.ac.nz .  All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
You are motivated to support student learning and can communicate technical concepts clearly. You are organised, reliable and comfortable working collaboratively with students and academic colleagues.
For the Graduate Assistant position, you will have:
• An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Be undertaking, or eligible to undertake, advanced study at Master's level.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
For the Doctoral Assistant position, you will have:
• A Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Be undertaking, or eligible to undertake, doctoral study.
• Demonstrated knowledge in your specialist area through academic achievement, research experience, publications, conference presentations, or other scholarly contributions.
• Marking and assessment skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
For either role, you will bring:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to explain concepts clearly and support student learning.
• A professional, collaborative and proactive approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Confidence using digital technologies to support teaching, learning and administrative activities.
• A commitment to contributing to a culture of openness, flexibility and cooperation
A strong understanding of the University of Waikato and experience within the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences is preferred. Experience in tutoring, tertiary teaching, marking or curriculum support is advantageous.
Don’t meet every single requirement?
Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
Au Reikura, the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, brings together Computer Science, Software Engineering, Design and Mathematics. Our teaching and research span areas including artificial intelligence, cyber security, human-centred computing, internet of things and software engineering.
We want you to be part of our success!  Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits .
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here .
Ko Te Tangata – For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Applications Close Sunday, 22 November 2026
Requisition number: 1003982
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