Lecturer/senior Lecturer

MĀTAI WHAKAPONO KARAITIANA - THE THEOLOGY PROGRAMMETE KETE ARONUI - DIVISION of HUMANITIES
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to join Mātai Whakapono Karaitiana - The Theology Programme at the University of Otago.
Theology has been taught at the University of Otago for over 75 years. The University of Otago is a research-intensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research. We offer courses in Biblical Studies, Christian Thought and History, and Pastoral Theology. Our students include those from other areas in the Humanities, Education, Sciences, Commerce, and Law. While the Programme exists within a public university context, it also has strong and long-standing links with a wide variety of churches throughout New Zealand.
We are committed to strengthening our curriculum and research in relation to mātauranga Māori and the Treaty of Waitangi, and in accordance with the University of Otago's Māori Strategic Framework. This position offers an opportunity for a suitably qualified scholar to teach from a kaupapa Māori perspective and to conduct research that will be beneficial for Māori communities.
Te mahi - The role
In this role you will be expected to engage in ongoing research, teaching, and undertake postgraduate supervision. It is hoped that the appointee will teach existing papers on Māori Religion and Theology; Mātauranga Māori and the Bible; and Christian Ministry in Te Ao Māori and develop a new paper in some aspect of Christian Theology that draws upon the resources of mātauranga Māori.
In addition, you will undertake research and share the results of your research through appropriate avenues including academic and popular publications, conferences, and workshops or seminars with stakeholders in the wider community.
Kā pūkeka me kā wheako - Your skills and experience
Pūroko - Further details
This is a unique opportunity for an energetic, creative and committed individual to make a significant impression and contribution in their chosen discipline while being well supported by a collegial and dynamic Programme and University.
This is a permanent, full-time (1.0FTE) position.
Tono - Application
- Cover letter.
- CV.

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Equal opportunity in employment is University policy.
E tautoko ana Te Whare Wananga o Otago i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.