Lecturer

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Experimental Psychology (1941)

Location: Kelburn, Wellington Central, New Zealand
Institution: Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Shape the Future of Experimental Psychology

Are you passionate about experimental psychology and ready to make an impact at one of New Zealand’s top research universities? Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Experimental Psychology to join our globally-ranked institution in the capital city of New Zealand. This permanent, full-time position at the School of Psychology offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to both teaching and research excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching: You will deliver courses such as PSYC242 (Experimental Research Methods) and PSYC332 (Behavioural Analysis), contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate psychology education.
• Research: You will develop a strong research agenda, publishing high-quality scholarly work and seeking opportunities for external funding.
• Supervision: You will supervise Honours, Masters, and PhD students, providing guidance in experimental psychology research.

About You:

• PhD in Psychology: A completed PhD in experimental psychology or a closely related field.
• Teaching Experience: Proven ability to teach research methods and experimental psychology at the tertiary level.
• Research Excellence: Established or developing record of scholarly publications (Senior Lecturer applicants should also have experience attracting research funding).
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of staff and students.

Why Join Us?

• Top Research University: Be part of New Zealand’s leading research university, with strong support for innovative research.
• Collaborative Environment: You’ll be joining an internationally recognized team at the School of Psychology, fostering both your academic and research career.

Application Details:

• Application Deadline: 03 November 2024
• Contact: For inquiries, please reach out to Professor Juan J Canales (juan.j.canales@vuw.ac.nz).
• How to Apply: Complete the University Application Form, then combine it with your CV and cover letter into a single file. Apply online via the University’s application portal or email your documents to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz, referencing job #1941.