Dental Assistant

Benefits

• Salary + 6.75% Superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave.
• Career Development + tertiary study benefit.
• Insurance and Local Business Discounts

The role | Te mahi

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual to join our dedicated team at the Faculty of Dentistry. In this essential role, you will play a key part in supporting undergraduate and postgraduate dental students, academic staff, and the dental hospital, all of whom contribute to the training of New Zealand’s future oral health professionals.

In this role, you will support one or more clinical or teaching areas, becoming a dependable and approachable presence for patients, students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications and Experience

Employment Details

These are permanent roles, starting in February 2026. We have opportunities available for full-time, part-time, or semester time only (approx. 31 weeks per year) based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

Hours of work will be by arrangement with your supervisor, between the hours of 7am and 6pm.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

The appointment range for these positions are Level 3 ($59,494 to $63,000. Top of range $68,847) or Level 4 ($63,508 to $68,185. Top of range $73,640) depending upon experience.

Compliance and Equality

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Children Act 2014. Candidates who successfully make the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to undergo a safety check.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

How to Apply

Application | Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number will close Sunday, 14 December 2025.

Please indicate in your cover letter your interest in working either full‑time, part-time or semester time only.

Applications may be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Specific enquiries may be directed to Jacqui Lodge, Team Leader, Clinical Services via the contact details below.

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