Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Microbiology and Public Health

SCHOOL OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

The School of Veterinary Science, Massey University, is seeking applicants for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Microbiology and Public Health within the Pathobiology and Infectious Disease group. This is an ongoing, full-time position based on the Manawatū campus in Palmerston North.

This role involves contributing to teaching, research, and service within the School, supporting undergraduate and postgraduate education across a range of delivery modes. You will assist in the design and delivery of courses, assessments, and learning resources, while engaging with students through lectures, tutorials, laboratories, and workshops.

Alongside teaching, you will actively participate in research in areas such as veterinary bacteriology, public health, and antimicrobial resistance. This includes developing projects, securing funding, publishing findings, and supervising postgraduate students.

The position also supports diagnostic microbiology services, contributes to academic administration and professional development, and engages with the wider community and stakeholders. A strong commitment to collaboration, ethical practice, and health and safety is essential.

About you | Mōu

• Veterinary professional degree (e.g. BVSc, DVM, VMD) from an AVMA-accredited school or one recognised by the New Zealand Veterinary Council to enable full registration in New Zealand as a veterinarian.
• Advanced research degree (e.g. PhD) in veterinary bacteriology, antimicrobial resistance, or public health.
• ACVM/ECVM board certified or board eligible would be advantageous.
• Experience in clinical bacteriology is essential.
• Experience in veterinary teaching and postgraduate training in clinical bacteriology or public health is desirable.
• Research experience in veterinary bacteriology, antimicrobial resistance, or public health is desirable.
• Knowledge of New Zealand's animal production systems and disease systems is desirable.

About the Team/Service/Location

This position is based at the Manawatū campus in Palmerston North and forms part of a collaborative, future-focused team supporting world-class teaching and research.

What’s in it for you? | Ko ngā hua o te tūranga?

Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme. Five university holidays each year in addition to annual leave. Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your whānau. Salary range of $86,113 - $152,711, depending on skills and experience.

Further information

For further enquiries, please contact Professor Keren Dittmer, School of Veterinary Science, Massey University at K.E.Dittmer@massey.ac.nz

Closing date: 20 May 2026 at 11pm