Lecturer - Anatomy at University of Otago
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Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Feb, 26

Salary

114943.0

Posted On

04 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Teaching, Research, Mātauranga Māori, Bioanthropology, Curriculum Development, Independent Research, Funding Success, Scholarly Activities, Community Engagement, Departmental Service, Collaboration, Equal Opportunity, Treaty of Waitangi

Industry

Research Services

Description
__________ DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY | TE TARI KIKOKIKO FACULTY OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | TE KAUPEKA MĀTAI ROKOĀ-KOIORA About our team | Mō te tīma Since its establishment in 1905, the Department of Anatomy has grown to become one of the largest departments in the University. Our department makes major contributions to the undergraduate and postgraduate education of students in science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, medical lab sciences, nutrition, and physical education. We are committed to excellence in both teaching and research. We also have a number of internationally recognised research groups lead by experienced academic staff. The role | Te mahi Applications are invited for a full-time (1.0 FTE) fixed-term (for four years) Lecturer in Bioanthropology position within the Department of Anatomy at the University of Otago. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher and researcher with a vision to pursue and engage in new opportunities in biological anthropology. In this role you will demonstrate excellence in research through developing an independent programme, securing funding, publishing high-quality work, and engaging in scholarly activities including Māori consultation. You will teach effectively across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contribute to curriculum development, and integrate Mātauranga Māori/Te Ao Māori perspectives into their teaching. Additionally, you will actively participate in departmental and university service, collaborate within research groups, and contribute to professional and community organisations. Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako To be successful in this role candidates must: • Hold a doctoral degree. • Have a proven teaching record and a passion for teaching, and an ability to help develop teaching of skills and research methods that incorporate concepts surrounding Mātauranga Māori/ Te Ao Māori. • Have a proven research ability that aligns with the Department’s current research programmes. • Have an on-going and active independent research programme with funding success. • Have a strong commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and to equal opportunity. Further details | Pūroko This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), fixed-term (for four years), position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The appointment range for the role is $97,377 to $114,943 per annum. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. For further information, please contact Professor Greg Anderson, Head of Department, via the email address below. Application | Tono Applicants are required to provide: • A CV • A cover letter of up to 2 pages, including teaching and research philosophy • 3 - 4 Referee contact details, including telephone number and email address To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2501528 will close on Sunday, 23 November 2025. Additional Information Contact: Professor Greg Anderson Position details: Information Statement Guidelines for Academic Positions: Guidelines Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin
Responsibilities
The role involves teaching effectively across undergraduate and postgraduate levels and developing an independent research program. Additionally, the lecturer will contribute to curriculum development and integrate Māori perspectives into their teaching.
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