Pūkenga/Lecturer in Māori Studiesat University of Otago - - Balclutha
University of Otago Balclutha
TE TUMU | SCHOOL OF MĀORI, PACIFIC & INDIGENOUS STUDIESTE KETE ARONUI | DIVISION OF HUMANITIESMō te tīma
- About our teamFounded in 1990, Te Tumu has a vision to be a world-leading teaching and research centre of Māori, Pacific and Indigenous knowledge.
We also teach te reo Māori (Māori language).
Our multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary staff, students, research and teaching is reflected in our name Te Tumu, a pan-Polynesian term which is often used in Māori in the phrase te tumu herenga waka
- a post for tying up canoes.
- Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka.Te Tumu offers undergraduate and postgraduate study to PhD level in three programmes
- Māori Studies, Pacific Studies, and Indigenous Studies, as well as the Master of Indigenous Studies, tailored especially for distance students.
- The roleApplications are invited for a Lecturer position in Te Tumu, School of Māori, Pacific and Indigenous Studies.
The position offers an academic career in a well-established and progressive School with a proud teaching and research record.
This is a full-time, permanent position.The successful candidate will be expected to take on a full teaching load that includes teaching Māori language classes and any other paper/s focused on subjects related to their research expertise.The successful candidate may be expected to teach into other Te Tumu papers.The candidate will also develop and maintain a programme of research and publication.
In addition, the candidate will also be expected to contribute to the administration of the School and undertake service work with the School, the University and its broader communities.Te Tumu has a strong postgraduate research culture and the successful candidate would therefore be expected to undertake the supervision of postgraduate students.Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
- Your skills and experienceThe successful candidate will be expected to have:a PhD (or close to completion) in Māori Studies or a relevant fielda strong proficiency in te reo Māoriapplied experience of tikanga Māoriteaching experience of te reo Māori from beginners to advanced levels (preferably at tertiary level)a research portfolio that includes peer reviewed publications and evidence of successful supervision of research studentsevidence of an ability to work with students and staff from differing academic and cultural backgrounds and at all levels of the institutionexcellent oral and written communication skillsa strong commitment to developing collaborative working relationships with colleaguescommitment to upholding values, tikanga, kawa and traditions as guided by Ngāi Tahu, as mana whenua in the region and broad knowledge of the cultural traditions of other iwi/hapū.Please note experience in teaching te reo Māori, Māori society and Māori Performing Arts would be an advantage.
- Further detailsThe 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 city has affordable living, excellent schools, and a great array of activities, ranging from art and literature, to outdoor activities.This is a permanent, full-time (1 FTE) position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.The appointment range is $94,084 to $111,056 per annum.Tono
- ApplicationCandidates are requested to submit the following:A cover letterA CVNames and email addresses of at least three refereesTo submit your application please click the apply button below.
Applications quoting reference number 2500684 will close on Monday, 2 June 2025.APPLICATION INFORMATIONTo see a full job description and to apply online go to: www.otago.ac.nz/jobsEqual opportunity in employment is University policy.E tautoko ana Te Whare Wananga o Otago i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.
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