Lecturer/Senior Lecturer In Accounting (Primary Sector)

Lincoln University; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 88,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Free on-site parking

Professional development

Generous leave

Salary reviews

Eye tests

Wellbeing support

Employee benefits

On-campus gym

Childcare on campus

Campus lifestyle

Job summary

Lincoln University invites applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Accounting to teach, supervise research students and contribute to industry engagement across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including the Bachelor of Commerce and Master of Professional Accounting (CPA). Based at the Te Waihora Lincoln Campus, the role is 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours) with Semester 1, 2027 start.

You will develop high‑quality teaching, pursue applied research with national and international impact, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Accounting completed.
• Developing research profile with scholarly publications and a clear research agenda.
• Experience teaching accounting or a related discipline at tertiary level.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with students, colleagues and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience delivering or a demonstrated capability to develop course content in accounting.
• Commitment to innovation and the effective use of technology to enhance teaching and research.
• Experience, or willingness to develop skills, in supervising Honours and postgraduate research students.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate accounting courses across a range of programmes.
• Supervise Honours, Master's and PhD students and support their research success.
• Develop and publish high-quality research with national and international impact.
• Review and enhance course content to ensure relevance, innovation, and academic rigour.
• Contribute to student success through inclusive, engaging, and supportive teaching practices.
• Build partnerships with industry, professional bodies, government, and the wider community.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research engagement

Communication skills

Student supervision

Course content development

Innovation and technology in teaching

Supervising postgraduate research

Engagement with diverse stakeholders

Education

PhD in Accounting

Job description

Teach, supervise and inspire future accounting professionals while advancing impactful research and industry engagement.

Mō te tūka | The role

Join our Department of Financial and Business Systems team within the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce and contribute to the development of future accounting professionals. This role combines teaching, research, student supervision, and industry engagement across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including the Bachelor of Commerce and Master of Professional Accounting (CPA).

Some tasks of the role include:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate accounting courses across a range of programmes.
• Supervising Honours, Master's and PhD students and supporting their research success.
• Developing and publishing high-quality research with national and international impact.
• Reviewing and enhancing course content to ensure relevance, innovation, and academic rigour.
• Contributing to student success through inclusive, engaging, and supportive teaching practices.
• Building partnerships with industry, professional bodies, government, and the wider community.

Based primarily at our Te Waihora campus, you'll work in a collaborative academic environment supported by our Bloomberg Trading Room facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about teaching excellence, applied research, and building strong connections with industry and the wider community.

Mahi & Wāhi / Utu | Work pattern, location & salary

This permanent role is based at our Lincoln Campus and works 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE), commencing Semester 1, 2027.

Salary range:

• Lecturer: Grade A6, $88,217 - $100,740
• Senior Lecturer: Grade A7, $108,229 – $134,336

Kā tino Pūkeka/Whēako | Essential skills/experience for the role

To be successful in the role you will have

• A completed PhD in Accounting.
• A developing research profile, including scholarly publications and a clear research agenda.
• Experience teaching accounting or a related discipline at tertiary level.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• The ability to engage effectively with students, colleagues, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience delivering or a demonstrated capability to develop course content in accounting.
• A commitment to innovation and the effective use of technology to enhance teaching and research.
• Experience, or a willingness to develop skills, in supervising Honours and postgraduate research students.

Kā hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?

Join a supportive, inclusive community that values diversity, wellbeing, and professional growth. Benefits include:

• Flexible, family‑friendly work + free on‑site parking
• Professional development & mentorship to grow your career
• Generous leave entitlements – six weeks of paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
• Annual salary reviews to recognise your contribution
• Contributions toward eye tests and prescription eyewear
• Free, confidential wellbeing support through Clearhead (EAP)
• Southern Cross employee benefits
• Access to on‑campus gym with discounted membership
• On‑site early childhood centre with staff discounts
• A vibrant campus lifestyle with cafés, green spaces, and a sense of community

Mō mātou | About us

Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is a specialist institution dedicated to impactful research and higher education that supports land-based industries in New Zealand and globally.

Our campus sits at the heart of the Lincoln research precinct, complemented by university‑owned farms and research stations that blend education, research, and hands‑on learning. At Lincoln, students are at the heart of everything we do, empower them to grow their potential and contribute to a more sustainably productive world through world‑class teaching and research.

As a progressive university with an ambitious vision, we value a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our staff engage with students, parents, government, iwi, and external stakeholders, upholding Lincoln University’s reputation through their work.

Our Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments begin with mana whenua. We honour our special relationship with Ngāi Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Rūnanga, embedded in our He Tūtohinga Whakamātau | Charter of Understanding.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels valued and supported, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We are only considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.