Botany Lecturer: Plant Genetics & Teaching Impact

Kumaravine - Celebrating Māori & Pasifika success; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 97,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Botany at the University of Otago invites applications for a permanent, full-time Lecturer in Botany based in Ōtepoti Dunedin. The successful candidate will conduct high-impact research in plant genetics/physiology or related fields and teach across Botany programmes.

We seek a dynamic scholar with a strong publication record, capable of engaging with Māori and Pasifika perspectives, and building a productive, funded research programme within the department’s strategic

Qualifications

• PhD with a research focus in plant genetics, plant physiology, plant pathology, or similar field.
• Strong track record of publishing in high-quality journals and presenting at national/international forums.
• Experience collaborating with students and staff from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to establish, develop and sustain an independent research programme with funding success.
• Effective communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and supervision in Botany modules and programmes.
• Pursue and develop funded research aligned with the department's priorities.
• Contribute to teaching and research opportunities that engage Māori or Pasifika communities.
• Participate in service within the department, university, and wider community.

Skills

Plant genetics

Plant physiology

Plant pathology

Teaching

Research

Communication

Collaboration

Funding

Education

PhD in plant genetics/physiology/pathology or related field

Job description

The Department of Botany at the University of Otago invites applications for a permanent, full-time Lecturer in Botany based in Ōtepoti Dunedin. The successful candidate will conduct high-impact research in plant genetics/physiology or related fields and teach across Botany programmes.

We seek a dynamic scholar with a strong publication record, capable of engaging with Māori and Pasifika perspectives, and building a productive, funded research programme within the department’s strategic