Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Pūkenga - Lecturer in Information Systems to join Te Kura Tiaki, Whakawhiti Kōrero - School of Information Management in a permanent, full-time role. The role will involve teaching courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, as well as developing an independent research agenda and supervising research students. The successful applicant is also expected to assist with the development of programme curriculum and to take on appropriate service roles within the school in contribution to its effective operation and management.
We are preferably seeking a candidate with a current legal right to work in New Zealand and who can ideally start in November.
Key responsibilities:
Teaching courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Developing an independent research agenda and the supervision of research students.
Contributing to hautūtanga/leadership, the taking on of appropriate administration service roles and engaging in the wider community.
Assisting with the administration and development of programme curriculum.
Being part of an active, collegial team committed to equity and diversity, and aspiring to research and teaching that engages mātauranga Māori and upholds our responsibilities to te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Ō pūmanawa - About you
The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic teacher and researcher, with experience and publications commensurate with the level of Lecturer. You will be passionate about learning and teaching and interacting with a diverse range of students as well as appreciate the importance of Ako (reciprocal learning and teaching), in a tertiary environment. Your enthusiasm to actively engage in appropriate service roles, along with your growth mindset and interpersonal skills, will contribute to the vision and ongoing development of the School, its activities and programmes, as it moves forward.
Key requirements:
A completed PhD in Information Systems or a related area. However, we also welcome applications from candidates who have recently submitted their thesis for examination.
The ability and experience to teach a range of different courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels is highly desirable, but some teaching experience at a tertiary level is key.
A developing record of scholarly research including publications and a research agenda.
Evidence of emerging engagement with industry, professional or diverse communities.
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Close date for vacancy: 13 September 2026.
Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Ahonuku - Associate Professor Maja Krtalić (maja.krtalic@vuw.ac.nz).
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.
We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. 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.
Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University
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