Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Geoscience

The School of Agriculture and Environment at Massey University is seeking applicants for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer position in Geoscience at our Manawatu campus in Palmerston North.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact through teaching, research and postgraduate supervision. Working within a collaborative academic environment, you will help develop future graduates, advance knowledge through scholarly activity, and contribute to the success of the University and broader community.

This position is a full-time, permanent opportunity.

Mo tenei turanga mahi | About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an academic with expertise in Earth Science and related disciplines to contribute to teaching excellence, impactful research, and real-world industry engagement. Working across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, you will inspire students through innovative teaching, advance knowledge through high-quality research, and help shape the future of Earth and environmental sciences at Massey University.

Key responsibilities include

Delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes through face-to-face, online and blended learning environments.

Developing innovative curricula, assessments and learning resources that enhance student engagement and academic success.

Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, dissertations and theses to support student achievement and completion.

Undertaking a high-quality programme of research and scholarship that contributes to the University's research objectives.

Publishing research outcomes in respected academic journals and presenting findings at national and international conferences.

Building collaborative research partnerships and pursuing opportunities for external research funding and industry engagement.

Contributing to consultancy activities, applied research initiatives and volcanic event response through Volcanic Risk Solutions.

Undertaking national and international fieldwork to support teaching, research and knowledge advancement in the discipline.

Contributing to the wider academic life of the University through service, outreach, committee participation and a commitment to a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Mou | About you

You are a passionate educator and researcher with a commitment to advancing knowledge and inspiring student success. Combining academic expertise with a strong research background, you thrive in a collaborative environment and are motivated by making a meaningful contribution through teaching, research and service.

To be successful in this role, you will bring

A relevant PhD or equivalent, or other postgraduate qualification.

A proven track record of successful tertiary teaching across undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes.

Experience designing and delivering engaging learning experiences that support positive student outcomes.

An active research profile with a record of scholarly publication.

The ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to a range of audiences.

Experience supervising or supporting student research projects.

Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, students and external stakeholders.

* A commitment to academic excellence, continuous improvement and contributing to a positive university culture.

Ko nga hua o te turanga? | What's in it for you?

Massey University supports flexible working and a healthy work-life balance, with access to campus facilities and staff benefits. You will also receive up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme, five university holidays each year, and a subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your whanau.

The salary will depend on experience but will be in the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer range of NZD$86,113- NZD$152,711.

Apply now and make an impact that matters!

Further enquiries should be directed to: Professor Jon Procter, email [email protected].