Lecturer/senior Lecturer in Human Interface

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand University of Canterbury Full time
Hangarau Tangata, Tangata Hangarau | Human Interface Technology Lab (HIT Lab NZ)

Te Rāngai Pūkaha | Faculty of Engineering

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

  • Fulltime 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
  • Continuing (permanent) positions
  • Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With


The Human Interface Technology (HIT) Lab NZ aims to support and empower people through the study, invention, development and dissemination of knowledge, technologies and processes that solve real-world problems and have positive global impact.

We are an international, multidisciplinary research centre, within the Faculty of Engineering, which designs new ways to support people in their everyday lives with advanced technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and applied immersive games.

Since 2002, our research has been exploring how people use these technologies to better understand cognition, perception and human behaviour.

The high-calibre research outputs we produce are helping to revolutionise how people interact with technology, and have established the HIT Lab NZ as a forerunner in the HIT field.

Find out more about us here.

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do


With support and mentorship from current HIT Lab NZ staff, you will develop a strong, externally funded research programme that complements the Lab's present research activities.

You will work with the rest of the team to contribute to and extend the Lab's successful efforts in collaborating with industry and research partners, both internationally and locally.


You will attract and supervise Masters and PhD students in exploring topics within HIT, and co-teach into our research-based Master of HIT.


Finally, you will participate in HIT Lab NZ and University activities and administration, and collaborate with other academics in the Lab's research and teaching activities.


Mōu | Who You Are
You will have a PhD in a field related to HIT, such as Computer Science, Psychology, Mechatronics or Design.

The current research themes in the HIT Lab NZ are Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Game Design, and these are combined and applied to address real-world problems.

Your research preparation and desires should complement and strengthen these areas, with the goal of establishing yourself as a leader in your chosen area.

You should have evidence of a strong publication record and an active research agenda, teaching experience, and be able and willing to contribute to the HIT Lab NZ and professional service activities.


You should also have:

  • Experience participating in quality research programmes.
  • Strong skills with information technology.
  • Evidence of work towards establishing a research portfolio.
  • Evidence of reputation within the discipline.
  • Demonstrated understanding of, and experience in, delivering effective teaching methods that enable a wide range of learners to succeed.
  • Evidence of reflective learning and continuous professional development.
  • An openness and commitment to upholding the values, tikanga (protocols and processes), kawa (rules) of cultural practice and traditions as guided by mana whenua, Ngāi Tūāhuriri, and valuing te reo Māori (language).


You will have an active commitment to upholding the attributes that underpin the University values
:Tika (doing what is right, being professional, and maintaining high standards),
Pono (being honest, truthful, and acting with integrity), and
Aroha (being respectful, responsive, and empathetic).


Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora - Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.

In 2023 UC is celebrating 150 years of accessible education. The past, the present and the future are intertwined. For more information on our 150th Anniversary visit us here.


Ngā Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our ākonga and staff.

They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can, and make UC a great place to work and study.

For more info on Ngā Uara | Our Values visit us here.


We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity.

The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.


What we offer
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

  • relocation support
- onsite childcare facilities
- flexible working arrangements
- widely accessible sabbatical provision

  • University and Faculty scholarship support for graduate students
- generous annual leave provisions
- supportive working environment
- profes

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