Job Details

School of Nursing
College of Health
Term length:ongoing
Hours of work:full-time

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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 education and research at one of Aotearoa New Zealand's top nursing schools. The position is a permanent ongoing role, 1FTE (nominally 37.5 hours per week) based on our Manawatū campus.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Leadership:Drive nursing workforce development and foster relationships with nurse leaders, Iwi partners, and community and primary care providers.
Collaboration:Work with external stakeholders and interdisciplinary colleagues to shape strategy, develop curriculum, and teach social justice and professional practice.
Cultural Integration:Energize the team while enhancing 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 spanning these roles are from (2024), Senior Lecturer - $121,346 to $143,948 (NZD) to Associate Professor - $134,424 to $157,025 (NZD). Salary will be negotiable by background/experience.

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.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

• Registered Nurse with a current annual practicing certificate (APC).


• A PhD or equivalent in nursing or a related field.


• Knowledge of Te Ao Māori, mātauranga Māori, tikanga and cultural safety and skills in developing curriculum.


• Strategic ability to lead research projects/workforce initiatives using qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including Kaupapa Māori.


• Ability to supervise doctoral students in mixed methods, including Kaupapa Māori / indigenous methodologies.


• Demonstrated engagement to form relationships with nurse leaders, Iwi partners, and external stakeholders.


• Clinical leadership experience in nursing and education.


• Experience in clinical and professional leadership, curriculum development, and blended teaching approaches including online technologies.


• Excellent communication and relationship management in inter-disciplinary teams.


• Publications in national and international journals in nursing or health-related fields.

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

<liAccess to a wonderful on-Campus crèche /day care facilities.

• 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. [email protected]

Please do not email Professor Nicolette Sheridan your CV and cover letter. Applications need to be made at our Massey careers page.

Applications close Sunday 13 October 2024, 11:30pm NZ time.

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