Master of IT - Project Supervisors

Financial Edge; Auckland; On-site; NZD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Whitecliffe School of Information Technology is seeking Research Supervisors to oversee Master of Information Technology projects for the November 2026 intake. Contract roles aligned with trimester end dates, based in New Zealand, with supervision delivered remotely and with the programme team.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree or higher (PhD desirable), with experience supervising postgraduate students. Deep expertise in IT-related fields, and knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi are valued.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or higher (PhD desirable) in IT, Cyber Security, Data Science, Software and Web, AI, Cloud Infrastructure or related field.
• Experience supervising postgraduate students (Master's level or equivalent).
• Deep knowledge in at least one specialty area and ability to apply it to a NZ context.
• Familiarity with Te Tiriti o Waitangi and applied research methods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise MIT students in their applied research or practical projects.
• Guide students in research question development, methodology, and project design.
• Ensure student work aligns with NZ industry, regulatory, and cultural context.
• Provide structured feedback on research design, progress and writing.
• Hold regular online check-ins with students and maintain supervision records.
• Work with the programme team to maintain academic standards.

Education

Master's degree or higher

PhD desirable

Supervising postgraduate students

Strong communication skills

Collaborative, remote-friendly

Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Applied research methods (qualitative/quantitative/design-based)

Job description

Master of IT - Project Supervisors

November 2026

Whitecliffe School of Information Technology

Whitecliffe is a leading independent tertiary institution with campuses in Auckland, Manukau, Wellington, and Christchurch, known for innovative, industry-connected education. With growing student numbers in our postgraduate programmes, we are building a pool of New Zealand-based contractors to supervise Master of Information Technology (MIT) students for our November 2026 intake.

The opportunity: Research Supervisor (contract aligned with trimester end dates)

You will guide MIT students through their applied research or practical projects in their final trimester. You will:

• Supervise students in your area of specialty, helping them develop and refine research questions, methodology, and project design
• Ensure students' work is relevant to the New Zealand context, including its industry, regulatory, and cultural environment
• Provide structured, constructive feedback on research design, progress, and written work
• Hold regular online check-ins with your students
• Keep the required supervision records and documentation up to date
• Work with the programme team to maintain consistent academic standards

For more information on our School of Information Technology, visit: https://www.whitecliffe.ac.nz/department/applied-information-technology/

About you

• Based in New Zealand, with the right to work in New Zealand
• A Master's degree or higher (PhD desirable), and/or significant professional experience, in IT, Cyber Security, Data Science, Software and Web, AI, Cloud Infrastructure, or a related field
• Previous experience supervising postgraduate students (Master's level or equivalent applied research or project supervision)
• Deep knowledge of at least one specialty area, with the ability to support students in applying it within a New Zealand context
• Familiarity with Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its relevance to research and practice in Aotearoa
• Familiarity with applied research methods, including qualitative, quantitative, and design-based approaches
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• A collaborative, reliable approach to working remotely with programme teams and students

"The essence of our values is that we are better together. Integrity, Courage, Creativity, Belonging and Respect are the cornerstones of our commitment to how we work with each other."

Whitecliffe is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your supervision experience, areas of expertise, and how you would support students.