Assoc Prof_Prof / Lecturer_Senior Lecturer - (Cardiorespiratory) Physiotherapy

A rare opportunity to lead and teach within a nationally recognised physiotherapy programme, shaping contemporary cardiorespiratory practice and education in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Work in a collegial, values‑led environment with excellent support for teaching, research and scholarship, and close alignment to real‑world, clinically grounded physiotherapy practice.

A full‑time (1.0 FTE), permanent appointment at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Professorial level, with clear pathways for academic advancement, leadership and career development, located at the Akoranga Campus on Auckland’s North Shore.

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.

Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

The physiotherapy programme is in the School of Allied Health at AUT, which is a national leader in health education and clinical innovation, with programmes in occupational therapy, podiatry and postgraduate rehabilitation.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We have a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunity for a motivated Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ AP/ Professor) to make significant impact and develop their career in teaching, research and service.

We’re open to expertise across areas relevant to cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, and are particularly interested in applicants who can contribute to our teaching and research in:

Acute and chronic cardiorespiratory conditions

Critical care and acute care practice

Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Chronic cardiorespiratory conditions

Integrated, inter‑professional models of medical and surgical care and service delivery

You will have demonstrated leadership capability and show willingness to take up future substantial leadership roles as opportunities arise. Senior academics also provide mentorship to colleagues in both research and teaching.

We embrace practice-led, research-informed approaches to teaching for transformative student experiences that uplift communities. Your contributions to programme and course development will support our continuous-improvement focus. You will teach across programmes as assigned by the Head of Department and be comfortable using digital resources to enhance learning. You will publish actively in your specialised field/s. Research at AUTis central to our mission, driving innovation, informing teaching and creating real-world impact for communities, industry and society. Over time, successful candidates are expected to seek and attract external research funding, engage with government, business, professional bodies and the community, and contribute to school/faculty activities.

Please see the position description available for more information.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll join a values-led university that supports you to thrive. We offer an excellent research environment with contestable research funds, and with guidance available from senior scholars. Benefit from flexible working, a supportive culture, cultural capability development for all staff, and strong growth opportunities – while advancing your impact through clear career pathways, recognition and research and teaching support. Learn more about our competitive benefits tailored to all staffhttps://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits.

About you | Ko wai koe

At AUT, academic staff combine teaching, research and engagement to create meaningful impact. You will work closely with students, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to projects with industry, community and academic partners.

We’re looking for academics with curiosity, energy and openness to new ideas, who are committed to collegiality, cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience contributing to Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.

The selection criteria sought are

(Lecturers/Senior Lecturers)

Qualification:

A PhD or nearing completion in a field related to physiotherapy.

Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand

A current Annual Practising Certificate (or eligibility for an Annual Practising Certificate)

Clinical expertise in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy

Research:

An early-career academic will have the basis of a solid research pipeline.

More experienced candidates will already have a more established research profile and a proven research track record with quality publications and ideally success in external funding bids.

Evidence of proactively pursuing external research income is desirable. (Lecturers)

Evidence of securing or contributing to external research income is desirable. (Senior Lecturers)

Teaching:

An early career academic will ideally have at least some previous teaching experience.

More experienced candidates will have previous lecturing experience, evidence of course/programme or curriculum development and preferably experience supervising Masters and/or PhD students.

Equity and Te Aronui

Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT's Te Aronui journey.

(for Associate Professors/Professors)

Qualification:

A PhD in a field related to physiotherapy.

Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand

A current Annual Practising Certificate (or eligibility for an Annual Practising Certificate)

Clinical expertise in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy

Research and Scholarship:

Significant experience leading and driving research initiatives in a field related to physiotherapy, with a strong track record of research outputs, including publications. Experience with successful external research grant applications if appropriate to your field.

Proven experience establishing and nurturing collaborative relationships with peers in related fields, both within the University and across external academic institutions, industry and professional bodies.

Appointments to editorial review boards of reputable journals, editorship/guest editorship experience and/or conference track chairing.

Evidence of securing external research income is desirable.

Teaching and Learning:

Significant undergraduate and postgraduate lecturing experience in undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy (including course design, preparation and delivery of lectures, practical sessions, tutorials as well as paper coordination).

Ability to contribute to the growth and review of an innovative curriculum and development of high-quality course content, including integration of emerging technologies.

Demonstrated ability to attract postgraduate students and a track record of supervising postgraduate students to completion.

Citizenship and Service:

Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives, with the capability to support the AUT’s Te Aronui Framework

Demonstrated academic leadership and service – either internally or externally

Experience engaging internationally with industry, government and community stakeholders to translate and apply research

Proven ability to communicate research to non-academic audiences, including through media engagement

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your full academic CV (including a complete list of publications and grant acquisitions): please submit a) a cover letter which explains why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest, andb) a statement addressing how you feel you meet some, or all, of the criteria above.

Along with your full academic CV (including a complete list of publications, if applicable) please also submit:

* a cover letter explaining which specific role is of interest, why AUT and how your experience aligns with some, or all, of theselection criteriawe're seeking above; please also submit:

A research statement (1 page max)

Evidence of satisfactory student evaluations and innovation in teaching (2 pages max).

* A nominated journal or conference article

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: $94,000 - $151,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience), Associate Professor/Professor: $151,000 - $214,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience).

For academic enquiries:Contact Kelly van der Zwan, Acting Head of Department - Physiotherapy, Allied Health, [email protected]

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 19 October 2026, 11:55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi:95432

\*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week