Lecturer in Criminology

Faculty of Arts

• Campus: Auckland City Campus

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Situated within the Faculty of Arts, The School of Social Sciences engages critically with studies of politics, culture, and society, researching issues confronting humanity in the past, the present, and into the future. We research and teach in anthropology, archaeology, criminology, development studies, gender studies, health and society, international relations, media, politics, public policy, and sociology.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

We seek a colleague to teach into Criminology, at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and to supervise sub-doctoral students in this field as appropriate.  We seek teaching expertise in particular in one or more of these fields:  punishment, prisons, restorative justice, indigenous criminology and introductory criminology.

We particularly welcome and encourage the applications of critical criminologists and related social scientists.  Experience in teaching large undergraduate classes is required. 

This is a fulltime (40 hours per week), up to 2 year fixed-term position.

An appointment will be made at the Lecturer level: $91,328 - $109,099. 

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

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Our cosmopolitan staff include specialists engaged with research and creative projects in New Zealand and around the world. We attract around 2,000 Equivalent Full-Time students each year, including around 90 PhD students. We welcome opportunities for collaborations in research, teaching and learning.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be considered for this position, you will have the following:

• Masters’ degree in Criminology or a related field and at least substantial progress towards a PhD in Criminology or a related field.  A completed PhD is desirable.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• A record of publications and applying for grants.

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
• 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 should be submitted online, before the closing date of Sunday, December 10, 2023 and include an up to date CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please email Associate Professor Katherine Smits, Head of School:  k.smits@auckland.ac.nz. Please note, we do not accept applications via email. 

Additional Information

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