Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor - Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy

Reference # 95432

Location (s) North Campus

Employment type (s) Full-time permanent

Closes on 03 Jun 2026 23:55

Expertise Associate Professor, Lecturer, Professor, Senior Lecturer

Experience level (s) Experienced (2 years +)

A rare opportunity to lead and teach within a nationally recognised physiotherapy programme, shaping contemporary cardiorespiratory practice and education in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Work in a collegial, values‑led environment with excellent support for teaching, research and scholarship, and close alignment to real‑world, clinically grounded physiotherapy practice.

A full‑time (1.0 FTE), permanent appointment at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Professorial level, with clear pathways for academic advancement, leadership and career development, located at the Akoranga Campus on Auckland’s North Shore.

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 physiotherapy programme is in the School of Allied Health at AUT, which is a national leader in health education and clinical innovation, with programmes in occupational therapy, podiatry and postgraduate rehabilitation.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We have a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunity for a Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ AP/ Professor to make a significant impact and develop their career in teaching, research and service.

We are open to expertise across areas relevant to our cardiorespiratory physiotherapy, and are particularly interested in applicants who can contribute to our teaching and research in:

• Acute and chronic cardiorespiratory conditions
• Critical care and acute care practice
• Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
• Chronic cardiorespiratory conditions
• Integrated, inter‑professional models of medical and surgical care and service delivery

You will have demonstrated leadership experience, with a willingness to take on future substantial leadership roles as opportunities arise. Senior academics also provide mentorship to colleagues in both research and teaching.

We embrace practice-led, research-informed approaches to teaching. Your contributions to programme and course development will support our continuous-improvement focus. You will teach across programmes as assigned by the Head of Department and be comfortable using digital resources to enhance learning. You will actively publish in your field of expertise. We offer an excellent research environment with access to contestable research funds and guidance 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 service activities.

Please see the position description available for more information.

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.

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:

• Professional development and funded study pathways to keep you moving forward.
• Free gym membership.
• 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

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

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

• a cover letter explaining which specific role is of interest, why AUT and how your experience aligns with some, or all, of the selection criteria we're seeking below;
• a teaching and research statement (2 page each max).

Criteria: (for Career-path Lecturers/Senior Lecturers)

1. Qualification:

• A PhD or nearing completion in a field related to physiotherapy.
• Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand
• A current Annual Practising Certificate (or eligibility for an Annual Practising Certificate)
• Clinical expertise in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy

1. Teaching:

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

1. Research:

• An early-career academic will have the basis of a solid research pipeline.
• More experienced candidates will already have a more established research profile and a proven research track record with quality publications and ideally 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)

1. 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).

Criteria: (for Associate Professors/Professors)

1. Qualification:

• A PhD in a field related to physiotherapy.
• Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand
• A current Annual Practising Certificate (or eligibility for an Annual Practising Certificate)
• Clinical expertise in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy

1. Teaching and Learning:

• Significant undergraduate and postgraduate lecturing experience in undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy (including course design, preparation and delivery of lectures, practical sessions, tutorials as well as paper coordination).
• Ability to contribute to the growth and review of an innovative curriculum and development of high-quality course content, including integration of emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to attract postgraduate students and a track record of supervising postgraduate students to completion.

1. Research and Scholarship:

• Significant experience leading and driving research initiatives in a field related to physiotherapy, with a strong track record of research outputs, including publications. Experience with successful external research grant applications if appropriate to your field.
• Proven experience establishing and nurturing collaborative relationships with peers in related fields, both within the University and across external academic institutions, industry and professional bodies.
• Appointments to editorial review boards of reputable journals, editorship/guest editorship experience and/or conference track chairing.
• Evidence of securing external research income is desirable.

1. Citizenship and Service:

• A proven record of academic leadership and service.
• Experience engaging with external community members, industries, government, professional bodies or other stakeholders to disseminate research and create research opportunities.
• Experience in engaging with media and translating research to wider audiences.

1. 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

Start Date: July 2026

Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: $94,000 - $151,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience), Associate Professor/Professor: $151,000 - $214,000 per annum (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience).

For academic enquiries: Contact Professor Matthew Carroll, Head of School, Allied Health, matthew.carroll@aut.ac.nz.

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 3rd June 2026, 11:55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 95432

*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.