"Kaiwhakaako – Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (School of Nursing)"

• Collaborative and impactful role
• Specifically responsible for leading and teaching Pharmacology teaching and learning across the health professional programmes
• Great Team Environment
• Permanent full-time (1.0FTE) working across AUT City, South, and Akoranga Campuses

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world. 

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs. 

The School of Nursing at AUT has recently been established as its own school, recognising the significant impact and achievement of nursing at AUT as part of a wider promotion of clearer school identities and disciplinary alignments (whilst also enhancing faculty-level connectivity and addressing school size disparities).

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

Are you Tangata whenua and passionate about teaching the next generation of health professionals?

We have a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunity for a Kaiwhakaako – Lecturer/Senior Lecturer to make a significant impact and develop their career in teaching, research and service. This role will also have a specific responsibility for leading and teaching Pharmacology teaching and learning across the suite of health professional programmes in the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences. We are committed to the integration of cultural safety into the delivery of our curricula. 

We are open to expertise across areas relevant to our School and are particularly interested in applicants who will purposefully engage in the co-design and implementation of the undergraduate and post graduate nursing programmes. The department commits to a Te Tiriti curriculum with the successful applicant collaborating to kaupapa Māori and interweaving mātauranga aligned with the competencies of Te Kaunihera Tiaki Niho o Aotearoa. The Kaiwhakaako will contribute to existing mātauranga Māori and be supported to share mahi with other Māori working in this space.

We embrace practice-led, research-informed approaches to teaching. Your contributions to programme and course development will enhance our continuous-improvement focus. You will teach across programmes as assigned by the Head of School and be comfortable using digital resources to enhance learning. You will publish actively in your specialised field/s. We offer an excellent research environment with contestable research funds, and with guidance available from senior scholars. It is also expected that over time the successful candidate will seek and attract external research funding, engage with government, business, professional bodies and the community, and contribute to School/Faculty activities.  

About you | Ko wai koe

If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience - you’ll fit right in.  

As an academic member of staff at AUT, you’ll blend teaching, research and engagement to create outcomes that have real impact on the world. You’ll work closely with students, collaborate across disciplines and contribute to projects alongside our industry and community partners. With room to experiment, develop your skills and refine your practice, you’ll be supported to make a practical, impactful contribution to both learning and discovery.  

 You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable. 

Key Responsibilities | Nga haepapa matua

• Lead and teach Pharmacology teaching and learning in the School of Nursing.
• Desire to develop a programme of research.
• Contribute to ongoing curriculum development.
• Communicate effectively and show a commitment to a collaborative team environment.
• Commit to ongoing professional development supported by the AUT staff development programme.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your academic career. We offer:

• Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports belonging.
• Clear, visible pathways to grow your academic profile and global impact.
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contributions to teaching, research, citizenship and living our values.
• Mentoring and support for research grants, sabbaticals and publication.
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose.
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff
• Professional development and funded study pathways to keep you moving forward.
• Free gym membership.  

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your full academic CV (including a complete list of publications, if applicable) please also submit: 

• a cover letter explaining which specific role is of interest (research-focused or teaching focussed), why AUT, and how your experience aligns with some, or all, of the selection criteria we're seeking below (1 page max);
• a teaching and research statement (1 page each max),
• a nominated journal or conference article, and
• relevant evidence of innovation in teaching and satisfactory student evaluations (2 pages max). 

Criteria:

1.Qualification: 

• A PhD in a related health field.
• Registered Nurse in Aotearoa New Zealand 

2.Teaching: 

• An early career academic will ideally have at least some previous teaching assistant experience.
• More experienced candidates will have previous lecturing experience, evidence of curriculum development and preferably experience supervising Masters and/or PhD students. 

3.Research:

• An early career academic will have the basis of a solid research pipeline and a job market paper available. 
• More experienced candidates will already have a more established research programme and a proven research track record with quality publications and ideally also success in external funding bids).
• Evidence of proactively pursuing external research income is desirable. (Lecturers)
• Evidence of securing or contributing to external research income is desirable. (Senior Lecturers) 

4.Equity and Te Aronui

• A champion for equity, diversity and inclusion. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi).

Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.  

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: Lecturer $92,000 - $110,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience) | Senior Lecturer $113,000 - $148,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience) 
• For academic enquiries: Contact (Associate Professor Rachael Macdiarmid, Acting Head of School Nursing, rachel.macdiarmid@aut.ac.nz)
• For further information: please send us an enquiry hereor call 09 921 9499. 

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 8 April 2026 11:55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 94390 

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week

At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.**Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.**

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.