Teaching Assistant in Mathematics & Statistics
- USP
- Laucala Bay, Suva, Fiji
- Apr 13, 2026
Job Description & Skills/Qualifications Required
The Opportunity
The School of Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics is one of the largest schools in the University of the South Pacific and is resourced to pursue excellence in teaching and research. The school offers several Undergraduate programs, including two Professional programmes in ICT (Bachelor of Networks & Security and Bachelor of Software Engineering) accredited by the Australian Computer Society, two Engineering programmes (Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering) accredited by Engineering New Zealand, Civil Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Information Systems and Mathematics.
The School also offers Postgraduate programmes in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, and Physics, as well as Master's and PhD programmes across all its disciplines. The School is now considering interested staff who can join the dynamic team and take the School forward, with particular attention to new and expanding fields in Science and Technology, and a focus on the Pacific.
The appointee will contribute to teaching undergraduate Mathematics and Statistic courses offered through the face-to-face/online/blended modes. Duties will include but are not restricted to running tutorial and lab classes, supervised marking of assessments and final exams, and if needed, production of teaching materials, participating in outreach activities, and other administrative tasks.
Specific Duties
a) General Standard
i) A Teaching Assistant is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the institution, particularly at undergraduate level and to carry out activities to develop his/her scholarly and professional expertise relevant to the profession or discipline.
ii) A Teaching Assistant is expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, and the ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
b) Specific Duties
Specific duties of a Teaching Assistant may include:
i) the conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, or studio sessions,
ii) preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars provided that skills and experience demonstrate this capacity,
iii) conduct of research, if Teaching Assistant wishes to progress a career in academia*
iv) involvement with professional activity,
v) consultation with students,
vi) supervised marking and assessment,
vii) production of teaching materials, with appropriate guidance from the course coordinator,
viii) attendance at school and/or institution meetings and/or membership of a limited number of committees,
Other administrative duties assigned by the school.
Position Description - MA ST TA.doc
The Person we Seek
For an appointment at the Teaching Assistant Band 1 level:
- Expected to have completed four years of tertiary study, including at the postgraduate level in the Mathematics/Statistics discipline or cognate discipline 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 an appointment at the Teaching Assistant Band 2 level: Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Mathematics/Statistics in relevant discipline.
- Must be a citizen of one of the USP member countries
Enquiries and further information: Professor Bibhya Sharma, Head of School, School of Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Physics. Ph.: (679) 323 2419; email: bibhya.sharma@usp.ac.fj
The position is available for a term of five (5) years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
- TA Band 1 salary scale: FJ $40,050.64 to FJ $48,683.23 per annum;
- TA Band 2 salary scale: FJ $50,385.84 to FJ$55,863.68 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 26 April 2026
How to Apply
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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.
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