Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Chemical and Process Engineering

Chemical and Process Engineering Department

Located in Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand 

• Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• Continuing (permanent) position
• Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities 

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What You Will Do

Applications are invited for a continuing (permanent) position in the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering at Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer. The level of appointment will depend on the successful candidate's relevant experience.

You will contribute to teaching across the undergraduate chemical engineering curriculum. Your research will complement the present research activities of the Department in any area. You will be encouraged to develop a strong, externally-funded research programme as well as be expected to collaborate with other academics in the Department's teaching and research activities. The appointee will also be expected to develop links with and connect to the wider engineering profession at local, national and international levels.

Who You Are

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from people with a variety of research interests and specialisations. The department values cooperative staff who will nurture our students to become world-class engineers.  Applicants must hold or be about to complete a Ph.D. degree in Chemical and Process Engineering (or a closely aligned discipline, e.g. physics, chemistry, biotechnology, materials science), and have a demonstrated record of published research in internationally recognised journals appropriate to your career stage.  You will have a commitment to excellence in teaching of core courses in Chemical and Process Engineering at the undergraduate level, delivering effective teaching methods that enable a wide range of learners to succeed. You will demonstrate the ability to collaborate with others in the University and throughout the wider research community. You will also be expected to show an interest in contributing to Faculty, Departmental, and University activities. The appointee will also ideally demonstrate a background in supervising final year undergraduate projects, Masters and Ph.D. students.

If you are passionate about advancing the field of Chemical and Process Engineering and contributing to research and teaching, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of Chemical and Process Engineering education. 

Who You Will Work With

The Department of Chemical and Process Engineering is committed to excellence in teaching and research at the forefront of chemical and process engineering. We aim to continually improve our teaching and our internationally recognised research programme by attracting and retaining highly-skilled academic and support staff, expanding our facilities, and providing service to the engineering profession and to the community at large.

For more information about the Department and our team, please visit our website and take a virtual tour of our Engineering facilities. 

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. We recognise our obligation under the Treaty of Waitangi | Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to supporting Equity and Diversity, recognising that a sense of 'belonging' is an integral part of university life. At the University of Canterbury we have a diverse, culture-rich, and cooperative environment with policies and practices that ensure all staff and students are given the opportunity and support to grow as individuals and as part of the wider community. 

What we offer 

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

• relocation support
• conveniently located, onsite childcare facilities
• parenting rooms available across campus, including in Rātā the main Engineering building
• 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, including flexible hours and some work from home opportunities
• supportive working environment, including active health, safety and wellbeing committee, initiatives to encourage social interactions between staff, etc.
• professional development and study opportunities
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a 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, eateries, and more.

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

This role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Support Staff Collective Agreement and the following salary scale applies: Lecturer $94,181 - $113,616; Senior Lecturer $119,586 - $135,630. 

The closing date for this position is: Sunday, 3 May 2026 (midnight NZ time)

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

How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website (via the 'Apply' button above) and should include the following:

1. a 1-page cover letter, a 1-page research statement outlining your research interests and goals,
   and a 1-page teaching philosophy statement (combined document)
2. a Resume which includes a list of relevant research publications (combined document).

Please note, only 2 documents can be uploaded in the application process. 

We value inclusivity and diversity at the University of Canterbury. We know that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for roles if they meet all of the criteria, so if you're keen to apply but are not sure you meet all of the requirements or need additional support please let us know (academic contact: Daniel Holland). 

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: Daniel Holland Daniel.holland@canterbury.ac.nz. 

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

Position description 1 Lecturer 2024.pdf

Position description 2 Senior Lecturer PD 2024.pdf