Senior Lecturer in Sonography

• Lead innovative teaching, research, and capability-building in diagnostic ultrasound and Point of Care Ultrasound (PoCUS).
• Are you an experienced sonographer, educator, or imaging scholar passionate about advancing the role of ultrasound in health education and clinical practice?
• This is an exciting opportunity to join the Division of Health at the University of Waikato and lead specialist teaching and research in Sonography and PoCUS across medical and interprofessional programmes.

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

As Senior Lecturer in Sonography, you will play a pivotal role in developing, delivering, and enhancing curriculum and practical training in diagnostic ultrasound and PoCUS. You will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research innovation, and the integration of ultrasound capability into the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine (NZGSM) and wider Division of Health programmes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering research-informed lectures, workshops, and hands-on ultrasound teaching
• Developing digital anatomy teaching incorporating ultrasound for enhanced clinical reasoning
• Leading curriculum development related to imaging and PoCUS within medical and interprofessional programmes
• Supervising Honours, Masters, and (where appropriate) PhD students
• Maintaining an active research programme in medical imaging innovation, PoCUS, workforce development, or related fields
• Contributing to interprofessional training with Nursing, Midwifery, Pharmacy and other health disciplines
• Supporting partnerships with Pacific providers, health services, and ultrasound industry partners
• Championing innovation, such as the use of AI-assisted tools for remote ultrasound skills development

This is a 0.5 FTE continuing, full-time role based at our Hamilton campus. Salary and benefits are competitive, and based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. For more information about the role, please see the position description.  All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted. 

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You will hold a PhD in a relevant discipline or bring equivalent scholarly/professional standing in ultrasound/sonography. You will be recognised for your excellence in teaching, including hands-on clinical instruction, and your ability to lead curriculum innovation in imaging education.

You will demonstrate:

• Strong expertise in diagnostic ultrasound, PoCUS, and associated clinical applications
• Experience teaching large groups, facilitating seminars, and supervising student projects
• Proven capability in curriculum development and digital/blended teaching
• A developing or established research profile, including publications, conference presentations, and external funding activity
• Ability to lead PoCUS programmes from introductory to advanced levels
• Capacity to integrate technology, AI tools, and innovative pedagogies into imaging education
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with students, colleagues, clinical partners, and industry stakeholders

You are proactive, collegial, and committed to student success, with a strong interest in interprofessional collaboration and contemporary imaging practice. You demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? 

The Division of Health is committed to advancing equitable, culturally grounded, and innovative health education across Aotearoa. With programmes spanning Biomedical Sciences, Health Promotion, Human Performance Science, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Sport Development and Coaching, the Division is preparing to welcome the inaugural cohort of medical students in 2028.

The New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine will be Aotearoa's newest medical school, designed around community partnership, equity, cultural safety, and a future-focused, digital-first approach to medical education.

Our work is guided by:

• Partnership with Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Authentic inclusion of Māori and Pacific health priorities
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and social accountability
• Creative and innovative approaches to learning, teaching, and health advocacy

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

This is a career-defining opportunity to influence medical education at a national scale. You will shape the future of ultrasound and PoCUS education in Aotearoa. You will lead impactful teaching, develop new training pathways, contribute to cutting-edge research, and influence health workforce capability nationally and internationally.

At the University of Waikato, we value integrity, creativity, diversity, and our enduring partnership with Māori. We are committed to a workplace that is inclusive and mana-enhancing, and we welcome applications from candidates with the skills, authority, and vision to help us achieve our goals.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. 

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. 

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close: January 9, 2026

Requisition number: 1003241