Head Of Department Of General Practice & Primary Health Care

Head of Department of General Practice & Primary Health CareJoin to apply for the Head of Department of General Practice & Primary Health Care role at University of AucklandResponsibilitiesAttract, inspire and mentor the next generation of medical students to achieve their potential.Lead the Department of General Practice and Primary Health Care to have real impact on the health of all New Zealanders.Provide academic leadership and foster a positive, collaborative environment for staff and students.QualificationsMBChB or equivalent degree; ideally practising / registered GP with experience in tertiary teaching and research.Appointed to a substantive academic role (0.8 FTE) at a level consistent with the University of Auckland Academic Standards.Ability to lead, collaborate and contribute to research-informed teaching, mentoring postgraduate students and early-career researchers.About the University and DepartmentThe University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading research-intensive university.

The School of Population Health is located on the Grafton campus, within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences and adjacent to Auckland City Hospital and Starship Children's Hospital.

The Department leads rural health and immunisation initiatives and hosts a broad range of research in chronic disease, mental health, health equity, and professional education.Application detailsApplications must be submitted by 19 October 2025.

For a confidential conversation about the role, contact Dr Kathrin Soehnel, Academic Executive Search Consultant, University of Auckland, at

Position Reference : REF36312N.EquityThe University is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and achieving equity for staff and students in a safe, inclusive environment.

We welcome applications from Maori and Pacific candidates, as well as other applicants who will enhance the diversity of our staff and strengthen our links with diverse communities.

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