Head Teacher Jobs in New Zealand

Position Overview
Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa’s prestigious School of Nursing is seeking a vibrant and engaged Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide exceptional leadership in nursing research and education at one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s top nursing schools. The position is a permanent ongoing role, 1FTE nominally 37.5 hours per week.

The location for this role is either on our Palmerston North or Wellington Campus.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

• Leadership: Drive research innovation in health and science and foster relationships with external stakeholders, the health and technology sectors, and with health organisations, nurse leaders, Iwi and communities.
• Collaboration: Work with international researchers, external stakeholders and interdisciplinary colleagues to shape research activity that can inform the development of new curricula; teach research and evidence-based practice courses, consulting with Nursing and wider stakeholders.
• Cultural Integration: Energise the team while engaging with Te Ao Māori, mātauranga Māori, tikanga, and cultural safety within our programmes.
• Mentorship & Research: Support junior staff in their teaching and research, contribute to a vibrant research culture, and lead successful grant applications.

The salaries (2024) for:

• Senior Lecturer range 2 from $121,346 to $143,948 (NZD).
• Associate Professor ranges from $134,424 to $157,025 (NZD).
• Salary will be negotiable by background/experience.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

• A PhD or equivalent in a health-related field.
• Leadership experience in research and education.
• Demonstrated engagement to form relationships with international researchers, health organisations, Māori providers and Iwi, the nursing profession and wider health sector.
• Strategic ability to develop and lead research using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including engaging with Kaupapa Māori methodologies.
• Experience in research and professional leadership, curriculum development, and blended teaching approaches including online technologies.
• Excellent communication and relationship management in inter-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of Te Ao Māori, mātauranga Māori, tikanga and cultural safety.
• Publications in national and international journals in health and science-related fields.
• Ability to supervise doctoral students using a range of methodologies.

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 organisation.

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 facilities for dependents of staff on our Manawatū campus
• Comprehensive professional development and training programmes

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Enquiries of an academic nature should be addressed to: Professor Nicolette Sheridan, Head of School of Nursing. N.Sheridan@massey.ac.nz

Please do not email Professor Nicolette Sheridan your CV and cover letter. Applications need to be made online via our candidate portal.

The employment setting will involve work with people across the lifespan and applicants will be required to comply with the requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and the Vulnerable Children (Requirements for Safety Checks of Children’s Workers) Regulations 2015.