Description Have you got excellent teaching skills, with experience such as lecturing, leading tutorials, or the delivery of laboratory classes? Do you have a PhD in Space Science or a closely related field such as physics, engineering or aeronautics? Can you secure research funding and manage research projects? Krero m te tranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a permanent, full-time Pkenga - Lecturer or Pkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer in Space Science. The appointee will be involved in developing, administering, and teaching into our undergraduate and postgraduate space science courses. There will be an expectation to contribute to grow our space science programme, as well as recruit and supervise postgraduate students.

A desire to establish or maintain an Aotearoa New Zealand-based research programme will be important, along with an ability to attract external research funding. Key responsibilities: Deliver and coordinate high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate courses, implementing innovative teaching methods and mentoring students. Establish and/or develop a robust research program, secure external funding, supervise postgraduate students, and disseminate research findings.

Contribute to the strategic goals of the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences, such as improving the student experience and recruiting and retaining underrepresented student groups. Contribute to service and leadership within the our School, Faculty, University and/or wider profession. pmanawa - About you You will be motivated by a passion for experimental Space Science, Mtauranga Mori in a space context and/or a related discipline and be committed to high-quality research and teaching.

Key requirements: A PhD in Space Science or a closely related field such as physics, engineering or aeronautics. Excellent teaching skills, with experience such as lecturing, leading tutorials, or the delivery of laboratory classes. A strong record of published academic research.

Proven ability to secure research funding and manage research projects. Outstanding people and communication skills. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work closely and collegially with other academic, technical, and administrative staff members to achieve the teaching goals of the School.

For appointment at Pkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer level, experience in teaching, research, and engagement commensurate with the role will be required. Pkenga Lecturer Role description - Click here to see further information, including salary . Pkenga Matua Senior Lecturer Role description - Click here to see further information, including salary.

Close date for vacancy: 8 June 2025. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with the Head of School, Associate Professor Rob Keyzers ( Robert.keyzers@vuw.

ac.nz )..