Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We have a permanent vacancy at the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer level in Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour. The successful applicant will contribute to teaching and research across the HRM and OB discipline area. We are particularly interested in HR/OB scholars with demonstrated expertise in quantitative research methods, especially those whose work engages with people analytics and the application of data-driven approaches to understanding workplace behaviour and organisational dynamics.
It is essential that candidates can teach across the HR/OB domain and related quantitative courses. We value candidates whose teaching integrates research in ways that engage and equip students to tackle complex strategic challenges. Teaching capabilities are expected to align with the University of Auckland’s TeachWell framework and preference may be given to an academic with proven ability to adopt innovative pedagogies and to use a variety of teaching methods.
Candidates should demonstrate the potential to contribute service and citizenship within and beyond the University, as well as to actively participate in Department/Faculty/University committees and activities.
This is a full time (40 hours per week) permanent position (subject to continuation).
The remuneration for this position is $99,788 - $158,904 per annum, depending on the academic level of appointment.
For more information about this role, please refer to the Position Description.
He kōrero mōu | About you
Our ideal candidate will support the Management and International Business Department and, more specifically, the Human Resource–Organisational Behaviour (HR-OB) Disciplinary Area in a wide range of scholarly activities and engagement. You will have strong communication skills and be able to articulate your plans and ideas. Suitably qualified with a PhD in Human Resource Management or Organisational Behaviour (or a closely related discipline), our ideal candidate will also have the following skills and experience:
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
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Auckland is a vibrant cosmopolitan and growing city with a population of 1.8m (greater Auckland area). The University is located in the metropolitan centre and commercial heart of Aotearoa New Zealand. We have an abundance of natural features, including four stunning harbours, accessible coastline, native bush and moderate temperatures, which help us retain our reputation as one of the best cities in the world to live.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online. Applications submitted by the closing date of March 17, 2026 (NZDT) will be given full consideration.
Application should include: a cover letter and CV, a statement and substantiation of your teaching philosophy, any teaching evaluations and a statement of your research programme, with a full publication record.
Please reach out to Lisa Callagher (Deputy Head of Department) via l.callagher@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
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