Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The Faculty of Education and Social Work is committed to improving the quality and understanding of education and social services provision in New Zealand and internationally through high quality teaching, research and professional development. 

The University of Auckland’s ranking for education as a subject puts the Faculty of Education & Social Work in the top 20 providers of education in the world. * 

*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017. 

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

To undertake research, research-informed teaching and thesis supervision, and related professional duties in areas related to psychological studies in education, with a special emphasis on social psychology in classroom settings, especially with indigenous or minority communities.

As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in the Learning Sciences and Psychological Studies in Education (LSPSE) hub, your responsibilities will include:

• Undertake research, scholarship, and publication in the areas related to the social psychology of educational settings.
• Develop and implement a systematic programme of research in the field of social psychology.
• Apply for external research funding and deliver on successful bids.
• Develop and deliver high quality teaching using pedagogical practices that are theoretically sound, research-informed, and appropriate to the needs of diverse students. Teaching will be informed by an in-depth understanding of research in psychological science with expertise in social psychology in school settings.
• Deliver innovative, effective and efficient teaching, learning, and assessment, evaluate these for their impact on student understanding and engagement, and actively share outcomes of these evaluations.
• Supervise postgraduate research, providing expert research supervision and academic guidance to students

This Job is in School of Learning Development and Professional Practice, AND Faculty of Education and Social Work, also located in Learning Sciences and Psychological Studies in Education Hub.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), permanent position.

Remuneration - $91000 - $116000

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The faculty offers research-informed undergraduate programmes in education, teacher education, social work, and human services (youth work and disability studies).

The faculty also offers a full range of postgraduate programmes, professional development opportunities, consultancy and support services for teachers, educators, schools, principals, social workers, counsellors, and those in social services.

The LSPSE hub within the School of Learning, Development, and Professional Practice offers research-informed teaching and supervision focused on educational and developmental psychology, including specialist teaching in social psychology in classroom settings.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will be selected using the following criteria:

• A Doctorate in Psychology or Education, with a specialisation in social psychology
• Experience of working with Māori, Pacific or indigenous and minority populations
• Knowledge of the social psychology of diverse, indigenous, or minority populations
• Experience in or potential to teach successfully on a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses
• Experience in or potential to attract and successfully supervise domestic and international doctoral students
• Effective pedagogy and assessment skills for in-person, online and blended courses and programmes

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 6th July 2023 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Professor Marek Tesar, Head of School of Learning, Development and Professional Practice via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

This advert is subject to close prior to the date listed upon the successful appointment of an applicant, so don't hesitate to apply now.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz