"Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in History"

The University of the South Pacific (USP) is the premier tertiary institution in the Pacific region. Established in 1968, it is committed to international standards of research and teaching excellence, with an emphasis on key regional issues. USP is jointly governed by 12 member countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. Courses are offered face-to-face at our main campus in Fiji (Laucala Campus) and as when required at our regional campuses. Courses are also offered online and through blended modes to cater for students spread across 33 million square kilometers of ocean, on both sides of the international dateline. This location at the heart of the world’s most linguistically diverse region, makes USP a fascinating institution in which to work.

The School of Law and Social Sciences (SoLaSS) houses disciplines like Law, Psychology, Diplomacy and International Affairs, Sociology, Social Work and History. SoLaSS focuses on producing work ready graduates and its degree programs aim to have impact, relevance and be accessible to students all over the South Pacific. The School encourages collegiality and is invested in the cultivation of a dynamic scholarly community that responds directly to the priorities of the region.

SoLaSS is seeking to appoint dedicated and experienced people to join the discipline as an Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in History. Join a university where history is not just taught but lived, shaped, and shared across an entire region. At the University of the South Pacific, history is the lens through which we understand today’s world and prepare students to influence tomorrow's. Our History programme empowers learners to question, analyze, and interpret the past with intellectual rigor. With USP’s unique Pacific-wide reach, online and blended delivery, and diverse student body, academics have the opportunity to teach and collaborate across cultures fostering independent research, critical thinking, strong communication, and evidence-based decision-making in the next generation of leaders.

As part of a discipline with deep roots and a proud legacy dating back to 1968, you will contribute to a vibrant academic community connected to global networks such as the Pacific History Association, Pacific Manuscripts Bureau, and the Journal of Pacific History. Our graduates go on to careers in education, law, public policy, cultural heritage, journalism, NGOs, intergovernmental organizations, and beyond. Whether shaping undergraduate learning, leading postgraduate research, or mentoring the region’s future thinkers, your impact will resonate across the Pacific. This is more than a role it is an invitation to shape knowledge, guide inquiry, and become part of USP’s evolving history.

To be considered for this position, applicant(s) must have:

For the appointment at Assistant Lecturer Level: A postgraduate degree (Masters/PhD) in History or relevant discipline; Evidence of an interest in conducting research; Some experience teaching at a higher education institution; Demonstrated ability and willingness to develop, co-ordinate and teach courses at undergraduate levels; Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills; and Experience in creating and/or teaching online courses and with familiarity with online course design and pedagogy.

For the appointment at Lecturer Level: A PhD in History or relevant discipline, with relevant tertiary teaching and/or research experience; or In exceptional cases, a Master’s degree or professional qualification with relevant teaching experience or relevant industry/professional experience or a significant research profile; A strong research profile and publication agenda (commensurate with the ranks applied for); Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills; Experience in creating and/or teaching online courses and with familiarity with online course design and pedagogy; Show evidence of the ability to supervise postgraduate research students.

For the appointment at Senior Lecturer Level: A PhD History or relevant discipline, with relevant tertiary teaching and/or research experience; Must have a sustained record of peer-reviewed publications; Should have a portfolio of quality student reviews of their teaching efforts at a tertiary level; Experience in university administration will be an advantage; Must have capacity and/or experience to supervise PhD students/secure grants; A strong research profile and publication agenda (commensurate with the ranks applied for); Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

The position is available for a term of five years and may be renewed by mutual agreement. Salary Range: FJ$61,538 to FJ$73,845 per annum; FJ$78,200 to FJ$102,893 per annum; FJ$106,090 to FJ$122,412 per annum.

Enquiries: Professor Afshin Akhtarkhavari – Head of School, School of Law and Social Sciences (SoLaSS) P: +678 22748 Ext 40304

Closing date for applications: 02 November 2025

How to Apply: Click the Apply button to apply for this position online. The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities. Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.