Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Psychology teaching Research Methods and Statistics

Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing 

Te Kaupeka Pūtaiao | Faculty of Science

Located in Christchurch, New Zealand  

• Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
• Continuing (i.e. permanent) position
• Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities 

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do 

Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing is seeking to fill a permanent, full-time Lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor in the North American System), Senior Lecturer (equivalent to Associate Professor in the North American system), post in the discipline of Psychology. 

The successful candidate will be involved in leading, developing and delivering the teaching of research methods and statistics for psychology students in collaboration with staff already teaching into these areas. You will also contribute to the teaching of traditional core psychology subjects; we are especially seeking candidates who can add to our offerings by teaching in the areas of learning and behaviour, emotion, human factors, or health and wellbeing, but we will consider applicants with specialties in other areas as well. 

Your research will complement the School’s present research activities. You will also be encouraged to develop a strong, externally-funded research programme as well as be expected to collaborate with other academics in the School’s teaching and research activities. The appointee will also be expected to develop links with and contribute to the wider psychology at local, national, and international levels. 

Mōu | Who You Are 

Applicants should have a PhD in Psychology or related field. The successful candidate will have an ability and willingness to deliver high quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and a commitment to conducting world-class research in an area complementary to the current strengths within our School (especially in learning and behaviour, emotion, human factors, health and wellbeing). You will have a commitment to excellence in teaching of psychology at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, delivering effective teaching methods that enable a wide range of learners to succeed. 

We encourage applications from accomplished and emerging researchers in psychology, with a strong record in teaching research methods and statistics for psychology students. We are looking for a colleague who is able and willing to work collaboratively with the team to continually develop research methods and statistics offerings at the University of Canterbury, including updating the current curriculum and exploring opportunities for collaboration across the School in curriculum development. The appointee will also demonstrate an interest in supervising final year undergraduate projects, Masters, and Ph.D. students, along with an interest in contributing to School, College, and University activities. 

The essential selection criteria are: 

• A PhD in Psychology.
• Research and scholarship in a field relevant to Psychology, consistent with appointment at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Associate Professor levels.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and/or post-graduate students.
• Demonstrated ability and ongoing willingness to encourage, facilitate and supervise the research of Honours, Masters, and PhD student on topics related to your expertise in Psychology.
• Demonstrated potential and willingness to generate external research income.
• Demonstrated ability, or clear potential, to develop and lead innovative research programmes.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and/or willingness to learn about bicultural and multicultural issues in Aotearoa New Zealand society, including a commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi | The Treaty of Waitangi, and display a willingness to engage professionally with equity and diversity.
• Demonstrated acceptable administration, and/or University and/or professional service contribution.
• Māori and Pasifika candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With 

This position provides the opportunity to be part of, and contribute to, a strong, supportive, and forward-looking School dedicated to excellence in (a) undergraduate and postgraduate education in Psychology, Speech, and Audiology; (b) Psychology research; and (c) to facilitate the use by society of knowledge gained.  

The School provides a collegial environment and we are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi | The Treaty of Waitangi and upholding the inherent values, cultural practices and traditions including te reo Māori, tikanga, and kawa  as guided by mana whenua, Ngāi Tūāhuriri. 

For further details on the team and Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing can be found here: Psychology, Speech and Hearing   

Ngā Uara | Our Values

Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our ākonga and staff. They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can, and make UC a great place to work and study. For more info on Ngā Uara | Our Values visit us here.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC 

Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora – Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference. 

In 2023 UC is celebrating 150 years of accessible education. The past, the present and the future are intertwined. For more information on our 150^th Anniversary visit us here. 

What we offer

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

• relocation support
• a unique bequest funded endowment (Erskine fund) that supports an extensive visiting Fellowship programme
• widely accessible sabbatical provision
• generous annual leave provisions
• flexible working arrangements
• supportive working environment
• professional development and study opportunities
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as the recreation centre and Staff club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

For more information on our Benefits, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus/benefits/

The salary for this position is Lecturer (2.01 - $86,197) to Senior Lecturer (4.05 - $124,732). 

The closing date for this position is: Wednesday, 1^st March 2023 (midnight NZ time)

Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply 

Applications for this position must be submitted by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and should include the following:

• a cover letter which includes a 2-3 page statement outlining your research interests and goals and teaching philosophy (combined)
• a Resume which includes a list of relevant research publications (combined). 

We do not accept applications by email, however, we are happy to answer any queries at WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz 

For further information specifically about the role, please contact Professor Don Hine, donald.hine@canterbury.ac.nz. 

For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government’s official Covid-19 website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand.