• Academic leadership position
• Competitive compensation and benefits - generous leave entitlement, up to 6.75% employer contribution
• Part-time 0.2 FTE (2 vacancies)

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to provide academic leadership and mentoring in teaching and research in the discipline of Professional Practice and Design.

We are looking for a dynamic individual who will bring a research and scholarship record of sustained excellence and a recognised contribution to our Design Programme at a national and international level.

The role provides the opportunity to bring professional and academic experience and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and postgraduate supervision. You will maintain and develop original scholarship and research, as well as identifying links and opportunities for engagement with industry for the benefit of the University’s Design Programme.

Please see the detailed position description link for this position.

The level of appointment will depend on the successful candidate’s relevant skills, knowledge, and experience. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Geoff Holmes, Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Division of Science, Engineering and Computing by email: geoffrey.holmes@waikato.ac.nz.

Ko wai koe? - Who are you?

In addition to a PhD qualification in Design or a closely related field, you will have a passion for teaching, with experience in people management, particularly in an academic or professional services environment. You will bring your industry links in a field relevant to Design to develop, initiate, and implement programmes for the school.

Along with teaching, your well-defined programme of research will help to advance research capacities and develop strategic cross and inter-disciplinary research initiatives. You will have a record of academic leadership that includes mentorship, guidance, encouragement, and support for other academic staff in the pursuit of their academic objectives and the development of their professional careers.

Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?

Initially, the School of Design will sit within the Division of Engineering, Computing, and Science, which comprises the schools of Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, and Science. The schools in the Division offer quality academic programmes at undergraduate level, and a range of programmes from across both taught and research postgraduate. Our programmes are research-informed and delivered through high-quality academic staff catering for domestic and international students.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our growth and success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students, and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.

Ko te Tangata - For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications close on 9 December 024

Requisition number: 1002102

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