Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science at the University of Auckland is the leading science faculty in New Zealand. It undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological, and computational sciences. More than 8,000 students’ study in our 10 schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers. 

Te Kura Mātai Hinengaro | The School of Psychology is one of the Faculty’s largest schools and produces research with scholarly and applied impact across a wide range of fields, including cognitive neuroscience and social, clinical, developmental, behavioural, Māori, Pacific and evolutionary psychology. We have professional postgraduate programmes in clinical psychology, behaviour analysis, and speech science, and a large community of masters and doctoral students. The Faculty has significant resources to support research, including state-of-the-art equipment. The school strives to be an inclusive and collaborative community, and our staff have multiple networks across the university, community and internationally.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

This is a permanent, full-time 1 FTE (40 hours per week) role.

Remuneration:  L1-L5, $94,981 to $107,301

Ideal start date:  October 2024

Behaviour analysis uses evidence-based methods derived from the principles of behaviour, to improve socially important behaviours. Worldwide demand for competent behaviour analysts exceeds current supply. The Behaviour Analysis programme was the first training programme to be developed outside of the USA, and has a long history of training high-quality behaviour analysts. Our graduates are eligible to be registered as psychologists in New Zealand (the programme carries New Zealand Psychologist Board accreditation) and work in a range of areas post-graduation.

The purpose of the position is to undertake high-quality evidence-based teaching and research in the Behaviour Analysis Programme and within the School of Psychology. The successful candidate will provide clinical supervision to students doing internships, assist in the coordination and delivery of courses in each year of the programme, assist with community outreach, and provide supervision for applied research projects (e.g., Honours, Masters, and PhD). They will be required to contribute to the school’s undergraduate teaching which may, in some years, include coordination of an undergraduate course.

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

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The Behaviour Analysis team comprises four permanent staff and a number of fixed-term staff. Some staff are full-time employees of the university, and others hold clinical positions outside the programme. The team teaches at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and covers the full spectrum of behaviour analysis from basic operant principles to applied technologies used in the field. We emphasise the use of the science of behaviour to benefit a number of population groups and encourage our students to work across a range of practice areas, including dementia, brain injury, disabilities, corporate organisations, forensics, and government organisations. The team produces high-quality research and students who go on to be both researchers and clinicians.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire students. You will have knowledge, skills, and ability to teach behaviour-analytic tactics based on behavioural principles. You will have an understanding of the philosophy of behaviourism and the contribution of the experimental analysis of behaviour to behaviour-analytic practice. A good understanding and awareness of process issues in supervision and practice is essential. You will have a track record of research in the field and research outputs commensurate with your years as a researcher.

At a minimum you must have:

• A PhD in Behaviour Analysis or related field
• Be registered, or eligible to register, with New Zealand Psychologist Board
• Demonstrated knowledge and research skills in behaviour analysis
• Knowledge of the use of technologies to support learning and teaching e.g., Microsoft Teams, Canvas, and Zoom.
• Experience in supervision or mentoring

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  30th June 2024 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please contact the Programme Director Rebecca Sharp ([email protected]) or the Head of School Psychology Niki Harré ([email protected]) if you have any queries.  Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

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 personal circumstances 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

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 personal circumstances 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