Lecturer / Associate Professor in Law

Faculty of Law
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand 

• Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• Continuing (permanent) position
• Up two roles available up to associate professor 

What You Will Do

We invite applications for up to two positions ranging from Lecturer to Associate Professor for the undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes.

As a Lecturer, you will contribute to the delivery of core and elective courses in law, support curriculum development, and engage in research that aligns with the Faculty’s priorities. You will also be encouraged to develop your research profile, and begin supervising student research projects under the guidance of senior colleagues.

At a senior level of appointment, you will play a key role in the coordination and strategic development of the Law programme, contributing to its future growth and innovation. This includes extending the programme’s reach through online delivery and enhancing its relevance and reputation both nationally and internationally.

In this role, you will be instrumental in fostering bicultural competence and confidence in relation to law in Aotearoa New Zealand, and in deepening understanding of the experiences and perspectives of Māori and other ethnic communities within the legal system. Strengthening connections with local, national, and international legal stakeholders will be a key focus, as will ensuring the programme maintains global significance.

Collaboration with colleagues across the Faculty and wider University is expected, including contributions to interdisciplinary initiatives. You will be supported to pursue a robust and externally funded research agenda with high impact, while contributing to the University’s leadership in legal scholarship. You will also maintain active engagement with local communities, including hapū, iwi and Māori organisations.

Who You Are

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate the following:

• a Doctorate in Law
• a developing or established research profile, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and scholarly impact
• demonstrated understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application within law, or a commitment to developing this knowledge
• knowledge of te reo Māori and tikanga Māori, or a commitment to developing this knowledge
• a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, including the delivery of core and elective courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• experience or readiness to deliver high-quality online and distance education that supports diverse learners.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who are willing to teach and develop research in the areas of Tikanga, Equity, or Land Law.

For information about our Te Kaupeka Ture | Faculty of Law team, please visit us @ KaupekaTure | Faculty of Law 

Why UC

Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.  

We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.

What we offer

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment, this includes:

• relocation support
• five weeks annual leave and five days university holidays
• UC Parental Leave (up to 9 weeks paid) + 26 weeks Government paid parental leave and onsite childcare facility
• widely accessible sabbatical provision
• generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
• University and Faculty scholarship support for post-graduate students
• a unique bequest funded endowment (Erskine Fund) that supports an extensive visiting fellowship programme
• 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 here.

This role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Academic Support Staff Collective Agreement and the following salary scale applies, Lecturer $92,334 - $111,388, Senior Lecturer $117,241 - $146,869, Associate Professor $152,541 - $164,429. 

The closing date for this position is: Monday, 27 April (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 on our careers website (via the 'Apply' button above) 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: Petra Butler, Executive Dea, Faculty of Law, petra.butler@canterbury.ac.nz 

For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand.