Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The School of Law, Politics, and Philosophy is seeking a full-time Lecturer in International Relations, who ideally specialises in the international politics of the wider Indo-Pacific and covers one of the following regions: South Pacific, Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia or South Asia. This role will involve teaching relevant undergraduate and postgraduate courses, actively contributing to the School's research culture, and supervising research students.
We are open to applications from any theoretical or methodological perspective - including traditional paradigms and critical approaches that valorise "other" ways of knowing (such as Indigenous, non-Western, or feminist).
Salary will be in the range of $87,500 to $104,322 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.
For more information on the role, please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Dr. Reuben Steff, Convenor of the Political and International Relations Programme, [email protected]
All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? - Who are you?
You will have a PhD (or be in the final stages of completion) in International Relations or a relevant discipline, and offer a forward-looking research agenda. You will bring a passion for, and expertise in International Relations, actively demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and understand how your research could enhance professional practice and community.
You will have experience teaching undergraduate papers, including the ability to lecture to large numbers and conduct small-group seminars and tutorials effectively. You effectively communicate through innovative teaching methods, materials, models and virtual techniques. In addition, you should demonstrate how your own research aligns with or extends the existing research strengths in the School.
Don't meet every single requirement?
Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.
Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?
The School of Law, Politics, and Philosophy, is comprised of Te Piringa Faculty of Law, and the Programmes Politics and International Relations, and Philosophy. In addition to majors in these named areas, the School offers study opportunities in the areas of Ethics, Human Rights, and Legal Studies. The School offers a range of papers at undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional training levels. Teaching occurs on the Hamilton and the Tauranga Campuses of the University of Waikato.
The Political Science and International Relations Programme currently has an international reputation in the fields of foreign policy, geopolitics, environmental politics, gender politics, critical public policy, and political communication.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.
Ko te Tangata - For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Requisition number: 1002624
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