Lecturer - Surveying/geospatial Science

Lecturer - Surveying/Geospatial Science

2201523

**NATIONAL SCHOOL OF SURVEYING**
**UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO**

**_About us/Mō mātou_**

We are the University of Otago School of Surveying - recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of our graduates and the impact of our research. The School supports a comprehensive undergraduate programme in Surveying and Spatial Science leading to the Bachelor of Surveying, BSc or BAppSc. We mentor students who conduct excellent Honours, MSc, and PhD research. We aim to deliver globally relevant teaching and research, that makes a difference here in Aotearoa New Zealand.

**_The role/Te mahi_**

We seek a new full time, permanent Lecturer with expertise in Surveying/Geospatial Science.

In this role you will contribute to the School’s excellent teaching and learning culture and to our diverse research and professional profile. You will be responsible for:

- Growing an active research programme, publishing in high-quality peer-reviewed journals, obtaining external funding and supervising research students.
- Maintaining an active and forward-looking professional profile, and strong connections with the surveying profession in Aotearoa New Zealand.
- Contributing to the effective and efficient running of the School to meet its responsibilities within the University and wider community.
- Contributing to support of the University’s Māori, Pacific, Equity & Diversity and Sustainability strategic frameworks.

**_Skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako_**
- PhD in an appropriate discipline.
- Active research portfolio, as evidenced by a high quality publication record.
- Leadership experience and a record of accomplishment across two or more S+SNZ professional streams, delivering excellent outcomes for diverse clients.
- Enthusiastic and effective teacher and mentor in Surveying/Geospatial Science.
- Collaborative, collegial and inclusive approach to teaching, research/practice and service.

**_Further details/Pūroko_**

The University of Otago is New Zealand’s oldest university. It is a leader across all fields of academic endeavour, offering undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes in the sciences, health sciences, commerce and humanities. Our Dunedin campus is ranked as one of the most beautiful in the world and the city offers a great array of activities, ranging from arts and literature to outdoor adventure.

In addition to research and teaching excellence, the University of Otago is committed through its Strategic Direction to local, national, and international betterment; strong external engagement; sustainable capability; and providing outstanding and unique student experiences. We are committed to furthering the aspirations of Māori and of communities across the Pacific.

This is a permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) position.

The salary range for this position is $83,652 to $100,050 per annum.

This is a unique opportunity for an energetic, creative and committed individual to make a significant contribution in their chosen discipline while being well supported by a collegial and dynamic School and University.

**_Application/Tono_**

Applicants should supply:

- A cover letter addressing the following three criteria:

- active research programme in Surveying/Geospatial Science OR innovative professional and leadership profile in the Surveying profession with potential to grow at Otago;
- excellent teacher and communicator with a strong commitment to teaching, mentoring and (in the case of the lecturer role) research supervision at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and
- collaborative, cooperative and inclusive approach that supports mātauranga Māori and embraces multiculturalism.
- Names and addresses of at least three referees.