DEPARTMENT of POLITICS

Our Department

The Politics Programme was established in 1967 and has a well-established record of excellence in teaching and research. We have 11 academic staff who are experts in their fields and actively engaged in research that enriches their teaching.

We offer under-graduate and post-graduate teaching and supervision in New Zealand politics, international relations, comparative politics and political theory. Our Programme offers the Master of Politics degree and also contributes to the Master of International Studies (MIntSt) and the undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PhPE).

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer to a full-time confirmation path position in the field of political theory, with an ability to teach in the areas of the history of political thought and contemporary normative theory. You will contribute to teaching papers at 100-level, 200-level and 300-level and post-graduate teaching relevant to the applicant's research interests. You will also be expected to supervise post-graduate research.

Our Programme fosters a collaborative and collegial approach to teaching and research. Applicants should:

• Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality and innovative teaching that facilitates student engagement and retention.
• Have a well-established publications record and future research plans.
• Demonstrate a willingness to contribute to the administration of the Programme and wider University community.

Your Skills and Experience

• PhD qualification in Politics or cognate field.
• Evidence of effective tertiary teaching experience.
• Evidence of expertise and publications in the field of politics, with specific expertise in political theory.
• Evidence of an ability to work with students and staff from differing academic and cultural backgrounds and at all levels of the institution.

Further Details

The University of Otago is well-known for its collegiality and combined with living in the vibrant city of Dunedin provides opportunities for an excellent work-life balance. The Dunedin campus has been ranked as one of the top 15 most beautiful in the world. The city has affordable living, excellent schools, and a great array of activities, ranging from Art and Literature to outdoor activities.

This is a permanent (confirmation path) position.

Applications quoting reference number 1900104 will close on Sunday, 17 March 2019.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To view all current vacancies and to apply online go to: https://otago.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=1900104

Equal opportunity in employment is University policy.

E tautoko ana Te Whare Wananga o Otago i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.