Lecturer - Anatomy

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DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY | TE TARI KIKOKIKO

FACULTY OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | TE KAUPEKA MĀTAI ROKOĀ-KOIORA

About our team | Mō te tīma

Since its establishment in 1905, the Department of Anatomy has grown to become one of the largest departments in the University. Our department makes major contributions to the undergraduate and postgraduate education of students in science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, medical lab sciences, nutrition, and physical education. We are committed to excellence in both teaching and research. We also have a number of internationally recognised research groups lead by experienced academic staff.

The role | Te mahi

Applications are invited for a full-time (1.0 FTE) fixed-term (for four years) Lecturer in Bioanthropology position within the Department of Anatomy at the University of Otago. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic teacher and researcher with a vision to pursue and engage in new opportunities in biological anthropology.

In this role you will demonstrate excellence in research through developing an independent programme, securing funding, publishing high-quality work, and engaging in scholarly activities including Māori consultation. You will teach effectively across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contribute to curriculum development, and integrate Mātauranga Māori/Te Ao Māori perspectives into their teaching. Additionally, you will actively participate in departmental and university service, collaborate within research groups, and contribute to professional and community organisations.

Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

To be successful in this role candidates must:

• Hold a doctoral degree.
• Have a proven teaching record and a passion for teaching, and an ability to help develop teaching of skills and research methods that incorporate concepts surrounding Mātauranga Māori/ Te Ao Māori.
• Have a proven research ability that aligns with the Department's current research programmes.
• Have an on-going and active independent research programme with funding success.
• Have a strong commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and to equal opportunity.

Further details | Pūroko

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), fixed-term (for four years), position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

The appointment range for the role is $97,377 to $114,943 per annum.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

For further information, please contact Professor Greg Anderson, Head of Department, via the email address below.

Application | Tono

Applicants are required to provide:

• A CV
• A cover letter of up to 2 pages, including teaching and research philosophy
• 3 - 4 Referee contact details, including telephone number and email address

Applications quoting reference number will close on Sunday, 23 November 2025.