Senior Lecturer (MASCI)

Unitec; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Unitec and Manukau Institute of Technology are seeking a Senior Lecturer to support Master of Applied Science programmes through high-quality teaching, postgraduate supervision, and academic leadership. You will contribute to an enriching learning experience for a diverse and internationally connected student community, delivering courses across biodiversity, ecology and related disciplines.

You will be an educator passionate about inclusive learning, research development, and collaborative

Qualifications

• Commitment to te reo Māori, tikanga Māori and kaupapa Māori values.
• Ability to contribute to diverse, inclusive learning environments.
• Strong collaboration with students, colleagues, industry and stakeholders.
• Proven teaching experience in higher education and supervision of postgraduates.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate applied science programmes, with a focus on biodiversity.
• Supervise postgraduate research projects and theses to support student success and research excellence.
• Develop, review, and enhance curriculum and learning resources to meet programme goals and industry needs.
• Contribute to applied research and knowledge-sharing activities within the School.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure outstanding learning experiences for domestic and international students.
• Strengthen partnerships with industry and community stakeholders to enrich teaching and research outcomes.

Skills

te reo Māori knowledge

inclusive teaching

relationship building

communication skills

Microsoft Office

postgraduate supervision

higher education teaching

Education

PhD in ecology / biology / biodiversity

Tools

Word

Excel

Database systems

Job description

Whakairohia he toki, tāraia te anamata | Learning with purpose, creating our futures

A new era in vocational education is unfolding in Tāmaki Makaurau. Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec, two trusted institutions with over 50 years of service, are coming together to create a unified, future-focused learning environment. This transformation is about more than education; it’s about building an inclusive system that reflects the aspirations of our diverse communities, industries, and Māori across the region.

Te āheinga: The opportunity

Join Unitec's School of Environmental and Animal Sciences, where teaching excellence, applied research, and industry engagement are at the heart of what we do. We are seeking a Senior Lecturer to support the delivery of the Master of Applied Science (MASCI) programmes through high-quality teaching, postgraduate supervision, and academic leadership. This role contributes to an enriching learning experience for a diverse and internationally connected student community.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate applied science programmes, with a focus on biodiversity.
• Supervise postgraduate research projects and theses to support student success and research excellence.
• Develop, review, and enhance curriculum and learning resources to meet programme goals and industry needs.
• Contribute to applied research, scholarship, and knowledge-sharing activities within the School.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure an outstanding learning experience for domestic and international students.
• Strengthen partnerships with industry and community stakeholders to enrich teaching, learning, and research outcomes.
• Contribute to the pastoral care of students, through individual and classroom-based support.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.

As a Senior Lecturer within the school, you will deliver and assess courses primarily in biodiversity, ecology, conservation management, and related disciplines. You will provide high-quality teaching across classroom, laboratory, field, and online learning environments, supporting student success across programmes within the School of Environmental and Animal Sciences.

We are seeking an educator who is passionate about teaching and learning, committed to creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences, and motivated to contribute to research, programme development, and academic collaboration.

What You'll Bring

• A commitment to, or willingness to develop, knowledge of te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of kaupapa Māori.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environments.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, industry partners, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, and experience using database or information management systems.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification (PhD) in ecology, biology, biodiversity, or a related field.
• Experience supervising postgraduate research projects and theses.
• Teaching experience within higher education.
• Proved track-record in applied research and scholarly activity within your area of expertise.
• Experience working within tertiary education environments and familiarity with academic policies, processes, and systems.
• A current full New Zealand Driver Licence.

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Statistics and modelling
• GIS and remote sensing

Whyyou’ll love working with us

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec is committed to learning with purpose and creating futures for our learners and communities. We value strong governance, collaboration, and wellbeing, and we are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Applications close on 26thof October 2026at 11:55 pm.

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.