Lecturer - Chemistry

Lecturer - Chemistry

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**DIVISION OF SCIENCES**
**DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY**

The University of Otago is New Zealand’s 2nd largest university, with over 20,000 students and 4,000 full-time equivalent staff. Otago’s Department of Chemistry is the oldest Chemistry department in New Zealand (established in 1871) and teaches ca 500 full-time students.

The Department has a long-standing international reputation as a leader in research and education. There are currently 15 full-time academic staff, 16 administrative and technical staff, and 7 research staff including postdoctoral fellows within the Department. In addition, Plant & Food Research staff (a Crown Research Institute) work within the Department.

Our researchers are actively involved with New Zealand’s Centres for Research Excellence (CoREs): MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Dodd-Walls Centre for Photonic and Quantum Technologies, Maurice Wilkins Centre for Molecular Biodiscovery, The Riddet Institute, and Coastal People: Southern Skies.

**_The role_**

We are seeking to appoint a full-time, permanent (confirmation path) Lecturer in Analytical Chemistry.

Applications from all areas of Analytical Chemistry are welcome. However, we particularly encourage applicants whose focus is on electrochemical sensing and/or new analytical methods that complement ongoing research within the Department of Chemistry and the Divisions of Sciences and Health Sciences.

In this role you will:

- Contribute to the research activities of the Department, including publishing in high-quality peer-reviewed journals, attracting external funding support, and supervising research students.
- Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Analytical Chemistry.
- Contribute to the teaching of general Chemistry at the first-year undergraduate level.
- Develop collaborations with colleagues across the University, nationally and internationally.
- Contribute to the effective and efficient running of the Department and its responsibilities within the University and wider community.

**_Your skills and experience_**

To be successful in this role, you will:

- Hold a PhD in Chemistry with a focus on Analytical Chemistry.
- Have a proven research track record within the field of Analytical Chemistry with a corresponding publication record.
- Have a passion for teaching and an ability to work well with students from different backgrounds.
- Develop collaborative working relationships with colleagues.
- Be committed to supporting the University’s Māori, Pacific, and Sustainability strategic frameworks.

**_Further details_**

This is a permanet, full-time (1FTE), confirmation path position.

Collaboration and collegiality are important values in the Department, and we seek a colleague who will both enjoy and enhance our cooperative work environment. Such a colleague would also be expected to adopt Kā Mātāpono/Our Staff Values of Respect, Integrity, Curiosity and Community. We are committed to equity, and we value the benefits that diversity brings to our work and our community.

In addition to research and teaching excellence, the University is committed through its Strategic Direction to local, national, and international betterment, strong external engagement, sustainable capability, providing outstanding and unique student experiences.

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 is ranked as one of the most beautiful in the world. The city has excellent schools and a great array of activities ranging from art and literature to outdoor activities.

Enquiries may be directed to Elena Calvert via the contact details below.

**_Application_**
- Cover letter addressing the attributes under ‘Your skills and experience’.
- CV.
- A one-page research plan, including any significant equipment access required.
- Contact details for 3-4 referees.