Lecturer (Teaching and Administration)

Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment

Te Kaupeka Pūtaiao | Science Faculty

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• Continuing (permanent) position

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

The University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha invites applications for a full-time, continuing (permanent) academic position at the level of Lecturer (Teaching and Admin only) in the School of Earth and Environment (SEE) with expertise in the area of Geology.

In this role you will develop and deliver classroom and field teaching at undergraduate level, potentially co-supervise postgraduate students, and foster collaboration within SEE and with national / international partners.

You will contribute to teaching of the Geology and Earth Science degree programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to advance undergraduate teaching in geology and earth systems science.

Mōu | Who You Are

Applicants having a MSc or PhD in Geology / Earth Science, or closely related discipline, with proven experience in undertaking and teaching introductory and field geology.

You Will Bring

• Broad expertise in core geology topics;
• An extensive understanding of New Zealand geology and earth science is essential
• Ability to lead, deliver, and coordinate teaching delivery of 1st year geology / earth science lectures and lab classes
• Proven leadership in collaborative teaching and academic programme delivery
• Proven leadership in, or capacity to develop, extended fieldwork teaching programmes at undergraduate level
• Capability to develop highest quality mentoring and co-supervision of postgraduate students in geology / earth science
• Ability to collaborate with others within the school and wider university, along with an interest in contributing to school, faculty, and university activities
• Capacity and interest in “geology / earth science” public out-reach particularly school children
• An alignment with our organisation’s values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.

If you are passionate about geology and earth science and ready to make a significant contribution to teaching, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of SEE.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With

Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment is dedicated to excellence in both research and teaching with collaborative links with research groups and industry throughout New Zealand and internationally.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC

Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora -– Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.

We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.

What We Offer

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment, this includes:

• five weeks annual leave and five days university holidays
• UC Parental Leave (up to 9 weeks paid) + 26 weeks Government paid parental leave and onsite childcare facility
• generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
• flexible working arrangements
• supportive working environment
• professional development and study opportunities
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as the recreation centre and Staff Club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

For more information on our Benefits, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus/benefits/

For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit www.canterbury.ac.nz

This role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Support Staff Collective Agreement and within the salary range $70,258p.a. to $100,776p.a. dependant on experience.

The closing date for this position is: 22nd October 2026 (midnight NZ time)

Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website and should include the following:

• a cover letter which includes a 2–3-page statement outlining your teaching philosophy and experience
• a Resume which includes details of your geological interests and teaching experience.

We do not accept applications by email, however, we are happy to answer any queries at WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz

For further information specifically about the role, please contact: Professor Catherine Reid - catherine.reid@canterbury.ac.nz

For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for working in New Zealand.

Please note, this is an onsite position.