Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Social Work
Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa
What the role involves
- Teaching social work courses
- Coordinating field education placements
- Supervising research students
What they ask for
Doctoral degree, or Master of Social Work (or equivalent) and near completion of doctoral study for Lecturer; fully Registered Social Worker with a practising certificate; tertiary teaching experience; field education coordination and placement experience; research publications and student supervision experience
- Master's degree
- Professional licence or registration
About the job
Job Title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer
Department: School of Social Work (SSW)
Location: Auckland campus
Closing Date: Monday 23 November 2026, 11.00pm
The School of Social Work at Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa, strives to enhance the well-being of people, whāuau and communities by contributing to the development of professional social work.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
The school is seeking applicants for ONE permanent ongoing position at the level of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Social Work 1 FTE (37.5 hours) on the Auckland campus.
Ko koe tēnei | About you
Applicants for Lecturer are expected to:
- Either possess a Doctoral degree or hold a Master of Social Work (or equivalent) and be near completion in their Doctoral study.
- Be a fully Registered Social Worker with a practicing certificate who can teach in the degree programmes and courses offered by the School of Social Work
- Demonstrate your commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Demonstrate excellence in Tertiary teaching
- Have experience in Field Education coordination and placements
- Have a developing portfolio of research publications and research plan
- Have experience supervising research students
- Demonstrate excellent teamwork and self-management skills
Applicants for Senior Lecturer are expected to:
- To possess a Doctoral degree
- Be a fully Registered Social Worker with a practicing certificate who can teach in the degree programmes and courses offered by the School of Social Work
- Demonstrate your commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Demonstrate excellence in Tertiary teaching
- Experience in Field Education coordination and placements
- Have an established portfolio of research publications and research plan and platform.
- Have experience supervising research students including PhD candidates
- Demonstrate excellent teamwork and self-management skills
The appointee's research and teaching specialisations should complement and reinforce the school's existing strengths.
This position falls within a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Range 1 salary range. The agreed salary will consider the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Salary Range:
Lecturer - $86,113 - $109,901
Senior Lecturer Range 1 - $107,916 - $132,892
Mahi Ngātahi | Who you will work with
The School of Social Work strives to enhance the wellbeing of people, families, whānau and communities by contributing to the development of professional social work. Our programmes are offered nationally from the Auckland and Manawatū campuses. The team includes experts who work on significant issues facing society and social work practice today, spanning the areas of human rights and social justice, social work practice, and the social work profession. We engage in research and consultations across many countries.
Why Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa?
Massey University is an innovative leader committed to "Shaping the Nation." Enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for professional growth and development in a Te Tiriti-led organization.
Ngā painga | The benefits
- Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme
- Five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave
- Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family
- Special staff rates available for campus gym membership
- Staff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across NZ
- Access to a wonderful on-Campus crèche /day care facility - Auckland Campus.
- Comprehensive professional development and training programmes
- Staff fee concession for study with Massey and 30% discount on fees for immediate family of staff undertaking undergraduate study (conditions apply)
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications need to be made through the Massey University online recruitment system prior to the closing date. Please specify clearly in your cover letter which position you are applying for: Lecturer or Senior Lecturer.
Enquiries of an academic nature can be directed to Professor Kieran O'Donoghue, Head of School, K.B.ODonoghue@massey.ac.nz.
Please do not email Professor O'Donoghue your CV and cover letter.
Applications close Monday 23 November 2026, 11.00pm.
Desired Skills and Experience
Social Work, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Registered Social Worker, Higher Education, Tertiary Teaching, Field Education, Research Supervision, PhD Supervision, Social Justice, Human Rights, Community Wellbeing, Academic Careers, Research Publications, Social Work Practice, Auckland Jobs, Massey University, Social Work Education, Student Supervision
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