Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physiology/Biomedical Science

The University of Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible employment practices

Five weeks’ annual leave

Job summary

The University of Auckland invites applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physiology/Biomedical Science. This full-time, permanent position expects you to contribute to teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes while leading an independent research program aligned with physiology and biomedical science.

You will mentor postgraduate researchers, pursue competitive funding, and collaborate across disciplines, impacting education and health outcomes in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching physiology or biomedical science at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Ability to establish an independent, high‑impact research program.
• Track record in securing research funding.
• Experience supervising postgraduate research students.

Responsibilities

• Teach into Biomedical Science degree, Physiology major, and medical programme.
• Develop and lead high‑impact research programs.
• Supervise postgraduate research students.
• Build interdisciplinary research networks.

Skills

Teaching

Research leadership

Grant writing

Postgraduate supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Physiology

Job description

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physiology/Biomedical Science

• The University of Auckland
• Sep 8, 2026

Education

About The University of Auckland

The University of AucklandThe University of Auckland is New Zealand’s pre‑eminent research‑led University. Established in 1883, it is an international centre of learning and academic excellence. With just over 5,200 staff and more than...

We are seeking a motivated and ambitious academic at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level to join our dynamic department. In this role, you will significantly contribute to the Department’s and School’s academic and research programmes, including mentoring the next generation of biomedical leaders, driving high‑impact funding and research initiatives, and contributing to a culture of academic excellence and equity. You will teach into the University's new Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree, the Physiology major, and the Medical programme, delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

You will hold a PhD in physiology or a closely related biomedical discipline. You will be expected to establish an independent, high‑impact research program that complements and expands departmental strengths. In line with evolving national science funding priorities, we also welcome candidates who demonstrate an interest or track record in research translation, commercialisation, industry engagement, or clinical collaboration. The successful candidate will be a collaborative scholar capable of building interdisciplinary networks, securing contestable grant funding, supervising postgraduate research students, and engaging with broader community and health stakeholders.

This is a fulltime (40h per week) permanent position. The salary range for this role is as follows (skills and experience dependent):

You will hold a PhD in Physiology or a closely related biomedical discipline and have an established or emerging track record in research aligned with physiology, biomedical science, or a related field. You will be able to demonstrate research outputs appropriate to your career stage, along with the potential to develop and sustain an independent research programme.

You will be committed to delivering high‑quality teaching and supporting student success across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Experience teaching in physiology, biomedical science, neuroscience, or related disciplines, and supervising postgraduate students, will be advantageous.

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• A track record of research achievement
• Evidence of, or potential for, securing competitive research funding.
• Experience supervising or mentoring postgraduate research students.
• The ability to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A collaborative approach and interest in interdisciplinary research.
• Experience or interest in research translation, commercialisation, industry engagement, or clinical collaboration.

The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

If you have any questions about this role, please email Justin Dean via [e-mail]

Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications via email