Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor Counsellor Education at University of Waikato

Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Aug, 26

Salary

166176.0

Posted On

29 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Narrative Therapy, Mediation, Social Constructionist Theory, Postgraduate Supervision, Academic Research, Teaching, Counselling Ethics, Bicultural Approaches, Mentorship, Curriculum Development

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Senior academic role advancing counsellor education, research and supervision at the University of Waikato. * Shape future counsellors through innovative teaching * Lead research in narrative counselling and supervision * Contribute to Māori and Pasifika learner success Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role Applications are invited for an exciting opportunity as a Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor within our Counsellor Education programmes. The University of Waikato Counsellor Education programmes are known nationally and internationally for their focus on narrative approaches to counselling. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will bring excellent practice and research records and a recognised contribution to the counselling profession to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and postgraduate supervision. As a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor your well-defined programme of research will help to advance research capacities and undertake professional/community/iwi service activities in the Counsellor Education field. You will have a record of leadership that includes mentorship, guidance, and support for other staff. The level of appointment will depend on the successful candidate’s relevant skills, knowledge and experience. Salary will be in the range of $92,603 to $110,407 for a Lecturer, a Senior Lecturerin the range of $113,248 to $148,799, or in the range of $150,661 to $166,176 per year for an Associate Professor. Please see the links for detailed position descriptions for Lecturer [https://uowsaextdataprod.blob.core.windows.net/positions/Lecturer in Counsellor Education Position Description - 1003662.pdf], Senior Lecturer [https://uowsaextdataprod.blob.core.windows.net/positions/Senior Lecturer in Counsellor Education Position Description - 1003662.pdf] and Associate Professor [https://uowsaextdataprod.blob.core.windows.net/positions/Associate Professor Counsellor Education Position Description - 1003662.pdf]. After reading the position descriptions, if you would like a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Associate Professor Dianne Forbes, Deputy, Head of School on email at dianne.forbes@waikato.ac.nz. Ko wai koe? – Who are you? You will have a quality record of professional experience in counselling and a desire to bring your expertise to our Counsellor Education programme. In addition to a PhD in counselling, or a relevant discipline you will have a passion for teaching our students, with recent counselling practice and professional supervision experience. It is essential to be a member of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors or another relevant professional organisation. You will have broad and in-depth knowledge of; narrative therapy and mediation, social constructionist theory, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and whakaaro Māori and counselling ethics. The University is committed to Māori and Pacific learner success, and it would be strongly desirable to have an understanding of bicultural approaches and knowledge of Māori and Pasifika perspectives. Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? Te Wānanga Toi Tangata Division of Education provides innovative approaches to both education and educational research. Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education offers quality academic programmes at undergraduate level, and a range of programmes from across both taught and research postgraduate. Our programmes are research-informed and delivered through high quality academic staff catering for domestic and international students. As a leader of education in New Zealand, we are committed to enhancing education through teaching, research and professional services. He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position? We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits [https://www.waikato.ac.nz/vacancies/benefits-of-working-at-the-university-of-waikato]. The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here [https://www.immigration.govt.nz/]. Ko te Tangata – For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa. Applications Close on Wednesday 1st July 2026 Requisition Number: 1003662

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering innovative teaching in counsellor education and leading research in narrative counselling and supervision. The successful candidate will also provide postgraduate supervision and contribute to the success of Māori and Pasifika learners.