Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Biosciences, Wellington
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Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Biosciences

  • Posted 1mo ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

$86.11  -  $132.89 k/yr

Mount Cook, Wellington

Job Description

Job Title: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Biosciences

Department: School of Health Sciences (SHS)

Location: Wellington Campus

Closing Date: Sunday 13 September 2026, 11.00pm


The School of Health Sciences invites applications for the position of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Biosciences. This is an ongoing full-time position.


Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

In this role you will undertake, coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Health Science Bioscience courses using a variety of modes of delivery mediums including through electronic and online technologies. You will undertake an active and appropriate programme of academic research, including by contributing to or leading supervision of postgraduate student research. Key attributes for this position include knowledge and expertise in pharmacology, endocrine and neurophysiology, and pathophysiology.


Ko koe tēnei | About you

Applicants for Lecturer or Senior Lecturer are expected to:

  • Have a PhD in Bioscience or related discipline
  • Have teaching experience in internal, online, blended and distance teaching delivery
  • Teach bioscience courses in Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Nursing and
  • Master of Health Science
  • Have teaching experience in internal, online/distance content design and delivery
  • Demonstrate excellent teamwork and self-management skills
  • Demonstrate research experience
  • Have experience in teaching, supervising and assessing postgraduate students
  • Have experience in supervising research students
  • Have a research plan
  • Have research publications


This position falls within a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Range 1 salary range. The agreed

salary will consider the candidate’s qualifications and experience.


Salary Range:

Lecturer - $86,113 - $109,901

Senior Lecturer Range 1 - $107,916 - $132,892


Mahi Ngātahi | Who you will work with

  • Our programmes are offered nationally and staff you will work with are from School of Health Sciences across all campuses.
  • You will also work with staff from School of Nursing because the Bachelor of Health Science undergraduate Bioscience core courses are also in the Bachelor of Nursing programme and the postgraduate Pathophysiology course you will be involved in is in the Master of Health Science and Master of Nursing.
  • Building on your own specialisation you will pursue an active research programme that
  • contributes to the research portfolio of the School and College.


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 facility
  • Comprehensive professional development and training programmes


Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications need to be made through the Massey University online recruitment system.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews maybe be undertaken prior to theadvert closing.


Enquiries of an academic nature should be addressed to: Associate Professor Rachel Page, Head of School of Health Sciences, r.a.page@massey.ac.nz. Please do not email Associate Professor Page your CV and cover letter.

Applications close Sunday 13 September 2026, 11.00pm.

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  • Communication
  • Time Management

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