"Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Clinical Pharmacy-2600169"

SCHOOL OF PHARMACY | HE RAU KAWAKAWA

DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCES | TE WĀHANGA MATUA MĀTAU HAUORA

About us | Mō mātou

The University of Otago is New Zealand's oldest University and has a strong teaching and research tradition and well-established national and international linkages. It is also one of New Zealand's largest universities, with over 20,000 students, assets in excess of $2.0 billion and 4,000 full time equivalent staff based in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Invercargill.

The University of Otago’s School of Pharmacy is the oldest in the country and prides itself on achieving excellence in pharmaceutical care. We aim for excellence in research and research informed teaching in pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy and social pharmacy.

The role | Te mahi

We are seeking an outstanding individual to join our world-class academics in He Rau Kawakawa (School of Pharmacy) at the University of Otago, in Te Wai Pounamu. This is a full-time, permanent position at Lecturer/Senior Lecturer level, in the area of Clinical Pharmacy.

Key responsibilities will include:

•    Bringing research-informed expertise to the School of Pharmacy.

•    Leading innovation and research-informed teaching in your area of expertise.

•    Contributing to teaching in the pharmacy undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

•    Establishing and conducting an active research programme.

Applicants should also have demonstrated excellence in research and teaching application of skills to enable best health outcomes.

You will join an enthusiastic group of staff in a research-active School which places high emphasis on quality research and research-informed teaching.

Skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

To be successful in this key role you will preferably have:

•    A PhD degree in a relevant area or hold a similar level of clinical qualification.

•    A pharmacy qualification registrable in New Zealand.

•    A prescribing qualification is desirable.

•    Post-doctoral research experience.

•    Experience in designing and delivering in-person and online instructional workshops, training modules, and tutorials.

•    Teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels.

•    Leadership and team-building abilities.

•    Good communication skills and an ability to work co-operatively with others.

•    Commitment to Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori and the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

•    A commitment to supporting the University’s Māori, Pacific, and Sustainability strategic frameworks.

•    Demonstrated capacity for independent research and a good record of publications in refereed journals.

Further details | Pūroko

This is a permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

The salary range for a Lecturer is $97,377 to $114,943 per annum and for a Senior Lecturer is $120,494 to $137,444. The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate level on either the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer scale, based on skills and experience.

The University of Otago is well-known for its collegiality and, combined with living in the vibrant city of Dunedin, provides opportunities for an excellent work-life balance. The Dunedin campus has been ranked as one of the top 15 most beautiful in the world. The city has affordable living, excellent schools, and a great array of activities, ranging from Art and Literature to outdoor activities.

Specific enquiries may be directed to the Dean, School of Pharmacy via the email address below.

Application | Tono

Candidates are requested to submit the following:

•    A CV.

•    A letter of application addressing the Person Profile.

•    3-4 Referee contact details, including telephone number and email address.

To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2600169 will close on Sunday, 1 March 2026.

Additional Information

Contact:Professor Bruce Russell

Position details:Information Statement

Guidelines for Academic Positions:Guidelines

Further Information:Department Website

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Location:About Dunedin

Primary Location NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status Permanent 

Salary Level and Range Lecturer / Research Fellow ($97,377 to $114,943) or Senior Lecturer / Senior Research Fellow ($120,494 to $137,444)

Organisation School of Pharmacy

Job Function Teaching