Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Farm Management

The School of Agriculture and Environment at Massey University is seeking a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Farm Management to join the team based at our Manawatu campus in Palmerston North. This position is a full-time, permanent opportunity.

Mo tenei turanga mahi | About the role

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of New Zealand's agricultural and horticultural industries through high-quality teaching, impactful research, and strong industry engagement. Working within a collaborative academic environment, you will help shape the next generation of farm management professionals while building a respected research programme and fostering meaningful connections with the primary sector.

In this role, you will

Deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across a range of learning platforms, including online and digital delivery methods.

Teach and develop content in Farm Management, Agribusiness, and Agricultural and Horticultural Systems, with a particular focus on analytical tools and techniques that support effective business and farm decision-making.

Design and enhance courses, learning resources, and assessment activities that deliver excellent student outcomes.

Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, theses, and dissertations, supporting students to achieve their academic goals.

Build and maintain a strong portfolio of postgraduate research students, including Master's and PhD candidates.

Develop and lead a high-quality research programme in Farm Management and Agricultural and Horticultural Systems.

Secure research funding through internal and external funding opportunities.

Publish research findings in internationally recognised academic journals and other scholarly outlets.

Present research at national and international conferences and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field.

Collaborate with colleagues on research initiatives and interdisciplinary projects.

Strengthen relationships with New Zealand's primary industries through industry engagement, extension activities, and knowledge sharing.

Contribute to the wider university community through academic leadership, professional service, and administrative responsibilities.

Mou | About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative academic with expertise in farm management, agribusiness, and agricultural or horticultural systems. You will bring a strong combination of industry knowledge, teaching capability, and research experience, along with a passion for supporting student success and advancing New Zealand's primary sector.

You will bring

• A PhD in Farm Management or a related Agricultural or Horticultural discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Farm Management and Agribusiness within New Zealand and internationally.
• Experience and understanding of New Zealand primary production systems.
• Experience using farm management and primary production technologies and tools.
• Teaching and/or research experience within a tertiary education environment.
• An understanding of research, teaching, and industry engagement activities.
• Experience securing research funding, grants, or industry contracts.
• Confidence using digital technologies to support blended and online learning.
• Knowledge of agricultural innovation, including digital technologies, data, and AI applications in farm management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students, colleagues, and industry stakeholders.
• Ko nga hua o te turanga? | What's in it for you?
• 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 skills and experience but will be in the range of NZD$107,916 - $166,584.
• Apply now and make an impact that matters!
• Further enquiries should be directed to: Dr Janet Reid, email [email protected].