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OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR MORI
tkou Whakaihu Waka / The University of Otago are committed to Te Tiriti as set out in Pae Tata and Vision 2040. Our Vision / Ko te Aronga is for our people and knowledge to transform lives connect communities and nurture the environment in Otago Te Waipounamu Aotearoa the Pacific and the world. Nau mai haere mai - join us on this journey!
Ko te pae tawhiti whia ki tata. Ko te pae tata whakamaua kia tina.
Seek distant horizons and draw them near. Pursue and grasp the near horizon.
Te traka mahi / The role
We are pleased to invite applications for the newly established position of Dean Mori Research a senior academic leadership role that will play a critical part in strengthening the Universitys Mori research environment and advancing our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
In this role you will provide high level academic leadership advice and strategic direction to support and facilitate the development of research policies plans and practices that reflect and advance Mori research aspirations. A key focus of the role is growing the impact and quality of Mori-led research across the University while promoting ethical culturally grounded approaches that align with te ao Mori and uphold tikanga and mtauranga Mori.
As a senior member of the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Mori you will work in close partnership with Mori researchers academic divisions and the Research Division to lead Priority 5 of the Whakamana i te Tiriti o Waitangi Domain Plan and contribute meaningfully to the aspirations outlined in Pae Tata 2030 and Te Aka Matua Mori Strategic Framework 2030.
You will also support the development of key research relationships with iwi hap and Mori entities contribute to national and international Indigenous research networks and provide expert guidance on sector trends ethics Mori data sovereignty and Mori postgraduate research.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of kaupapa Mori research at a national level influence institutional strategy and contribute to the Universitys vision of research that reflects and serves Mori communities.
u pkeka me u wheako / Your skills and experience
To be successful in this role you will have:
Proven academic leadership experience with a strong record in Mori research teaching and postgraduate supervision.
A deep understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in a tertiary research context.
Expertise in kaupapa Mori research ethical frameworks and Mori research strategy.
Foundational or higher proficiency in te reo Mori me na tikaka.
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with Mori researchers communities iwi and national stakeholders.
Experience supporting postgraduate research and fostering high-impact research collaborations.
Familiarity with research funding systems ethics and Mori data sovereignty.
Preferred
Involvement in national and international Indigenous research initiatives or networks.
Prior contribution to research ethics or Mori intellectual property policies.
Experience with funding assessments or PBRF (or equivalent) frameworks.
M t mtou tma / About our team
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Mori Office provides strategic advice to whakamana i Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the academic and research domains of the University.
tahi atu proko / Further details
This is a part-time 0.5 FTE fixed-term position for a period of three years located in tepoti Dunedin.
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.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job.
For further information or to discuss the role in confidence please contact Deputy Vice Chancellor Mori Distinguished Professor Jacinta Ruru via the contact details below.
Tu tono / Your application
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button.
Applications quoting reference numberwill close on Sunday 31 August 2025. #LI-DNI
Additional Information
Note: As a part-time position the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed.
Contact: Professor Jacinta Ruru
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Location: About Dunedin
Employment Type
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