PÅ«kenga Matua/Ahonuku | Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Pacific Health
PÅ«kenga Matua/Ahonuku | Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Pacific Health
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Job Description
- Are you experienced in engaging respectfully and effectively with Pacific communities
- Do you have a completed doctoral degree and a developing or established research profile
- Have you got proven teaching experience in areas such as Indigenous health Pacific Peoples health and global health
Krero m te tranga About the role
Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington is seeking a passionate and accomplished academic to join Te Puna Hauora School of Health as a Pkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer or Ahonuku - Associate Professor in Pacific Health. This pivotal role blends teaching research leadership and community engagement with a strong focus on advancing health equity for Pacific Peoples.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate courses such as Global Health and Wellbeing and Advanced Health Statistics and Epidemiology.
- Establish and maintain a robust research programme with emphasis on quantitative and Indigenous methodologies contributing to both academic excellence and real-world impact.
- Cultivate interdisciplinary collaborations and workforce development initiatives that strengthen Pacific health outcomes.
- Supervise postgraduate research students to successful completion.
- Provide academic leadership and contribute to the Schools governance while actively engaging with Pacific communities and stakeholders.
pmanawa About you
You are a values-led academic dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Pacific Peoples through culturally grounded equity-focused research and education. Your work demonstrates a strong foundation in teaching research and community engagement and you are committed to fostering authentic partnerships with Pacific communities. You bring a collaborative spirit a proven ability to mentor emerging Pasifika scholars and a deep understanding of Indigenous and Pacific methodologies. Your leadership is reflected in your success securing research funding and driving initiatives that make a meaningful difference.
Key requirements:
- A completed doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
- Proven teaching experience in areas such as Indigenous health Pacific Peoples health and global health with a sound understanding of the Aotearoa New Zealand health system.
- A developing or established research profile with a track record of securing external funding.
- Demonstrated ability to engage respectfully and effectively with Pacific communities applying culturally responsive research approaches.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills across academic community and policy sectors.
- A clear commitment to equity inclusion and Indigenous/Pasifika methodologies.
- Willingness to live and work in the Wellington region.
Pkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer Role Description: Click here to see further information including salary details.
Ahonuku - Associate Professor Role Description: Click here to see further information including salary details.
Close date for vacancy:01 October 2025.
Contact details for vacancy:If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Dr Helen Rook Head of School ().
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume such as a cover letter.
We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
