Job Details
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.
Mō tēnei tūranga 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.
Mōu - 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 ngā hua o te tūranga? - 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 whānau.
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 J.N.Procter@massey.ac.nz
Closing date: Monday, 25 January 2027
