Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Construction/ Pūkenga/Pūkenga Matua

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Do you hold a completed PhD in a relevant field? Have you got an established research agenda with a track record of research publication and/or creative work? Can you communicate clearly and work effectively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is recruiting for a permanent, full-time Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Construction within the Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation. This position is located at Te Aro Campus. Key responsibilities: Academically rigorous teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across key aspects of the construction project lifecycle. We welcome applicants with expertise in one or more areas of: Construction project management, planning, programming, and scheduling. Risk management, contract administration, procurement, and commercial construction management. Building surveying, with a focus on weathertightness, regulatory compliance, building condition assessment, and performance. Building services, including mechanical, environmental, or building systems expertise. Structures, structural engineering, or the integration of structural knowledge within construction education. Māori land development, papakāinga housing, and collaborative work with iwi, hapū, Māori landowners, and communities. Continue or develop ongoing research activity that informs teaching and contributes to industry needs. Active engagement with iwi, hapu, industry, government, professions and diverse communities. Contribution to the collegial development of the programme, School and Faculty in service roles. Ō pūmanawa - About you Applicants must demonstrate some expertise in teaching and practice. The appointee will have the opportunity to influence curriculum design, shape learning experiences, and contribute to the development of a distinctive, future-focused educational offering that reflects both local context and global relevance. Key requirements: An established track record in research publication and/or creative work, and an established research agenda. Evidence of a high standard of teaching in a relevant field at tertiary level and good understanding of the expectations in relation to professional competencies. Experience in supervising student research at Masters and/or PhD level. Evidence of good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds. Evidence of engagement and/or collaboration with colleagues in teaching and research. Commitment to the academic discipline and to service to the University, the wider community and, where appropriate, the profession. Role Descriptions: Click the below links to see further information, including salary. If these links are not available, click 'apply' to view them on the University careers page. Pūkenga - Lecturer Pūkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Sarah Leggott (sarah.leggott@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page (via the 'Apply' button above) and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted. NZ$89,326 to NZ$104,771 per annum

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