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Lecturer - English

University of Auckland, New Zealand – School of Humanities

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Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s pre-eminent University, with a turnover of $1.1bn, including research revenue of over $200m generated across six diverse faculties and three research institutes. With over 6,000 staff and over 40,000 students, the University of Auckland is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most significant and complex entities and one of NZ’s largest employers.

Situated within Te Pūtahi Mātauranga/The Faculty of Arts and Education,  Te Puna Aronui The School of Humanities - comprising the disciplines of Art History, Asian Studies and Asian Languages, Classical Studies and Ancient History, English and Drama, European Studies, European Literature and Languages, History, Philosophy, Media and Screen Studies, Museums and Cultural Heritage, and Theological and Religious Studies - constitutes the largest concentrated unit of Humanities scholars in the nation.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga Mahi | The opportunity

We wish to appoint a Lecturer in English, specialising in the long nineteenth century, to a permanent position commencing before Semester 1, 2026 (or by negotiation).

The successful candidate will develop and teach upper-level undergraduate and postgraduate courses in literature spanning from the late eighteenth century to World War One, with a particular focus on nineteenth-century fiction. The ability to also teach poetry and drama is preferred. The appointee will also teach in one or both of our stage one survey courses and may contribute to other stage two/three courses as appropriate.

The workload allocation for this position is 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service.

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

The remuneration range is $97,831 – $116,867, depending on qualifications and experience.

For more information about this role, please refer to the Position Description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Applicants should hold a PhD in English or a closely related field of literature. The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity for productive, high-quality research, as well as experience in successful undergraduate teaching and readiness to undertake postgraduate supervision. At Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland, we are committed to reflecting the diversity of our city and therefore welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

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

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

In addition, we 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

To apply, please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of three academic referees by the closing date of Monday 27 October 2025 to be considered. 

Enquiries about this position may be directed to the Head of the School of Humanities, Professor Kim Phillips, at km.phillips@auckland.ac.nz. Please note that while we are happy to answer questions, applications must be submitted online.

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

Location: Auckland - New Zealand
Salary: NZ$97,831 to NZ$116,867
£47,897.67 to £57,217.62 converted salary* depending on qualifications and experience
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 3rd October 2025
Closes: 27th October 2025
Job Ref: 60009278
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