Senior LecturerAssociate Professor Clinical Infectious Disease Part Time

Mō tō mātou rōpū About the team

At the University of Auckland youll join New Zealands leading academic department for molecular medicine and pathology known for its world-class research and strong collaborative culture. Support and networking to promote research collaborations are available through an active infectious disease network of epidemiologists clinicians and fundamental scientists.

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Infectious Disease clinician ideally with additional training in immunology for a part time academic appointment in the Department of Molecular Medicine and Pathology. This is a permanent position based at our Grafton Campus.

You will lead an innovative research programme supervise postgraduate students and contribute to highquality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in health professional and biomedical disciplines. The department is internationally recognised for its translational research and strong collaborative culture.

This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician-researcher to impact research education and clinical care.

Salary range:

• Senior Lecturer: $126863  $158904 plus medical loading (prorata)
• Associate Professor: from $165808 plus medical loading (prorata)
  Dependent on skills and experience.

This is a part time (16 hours per week) permanent role.

For more detailed information please refer to the Position Description

He kōrero mōu About you Our ideal candidate

You are an experienced Adult Infectious Disease physician with expertise in immunology focussed on secondary and tertiary care for patients with severe infectious and immunologically mediated diseases. You bring clinical credibility a strong research profile and a proven track record in teaching and mentoring medical students and trainees. Collaborative by nature and culturally responsive in practice you are motivated to contribute to research that improves health outcomes and to inspire the next generation of medical professionals

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Vocational registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (or eligibility to obtain it)
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (or equivalent specialist qualification)
• A PhD or MD or substantial research experience in infectious disease and/or immunology
• Proven ability to lead or contribute to highquality clinical and/or translational research and secure funding
• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching with a commitment to student development
• A clear focus on advancing health equity particularly for Māori and Pacific communities

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealands leading university and maintains significant computational laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the worlds most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks annual leave

In addition we also offer career development programmes discounted car parking a generous parental leave allowance childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 12 Jan 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Contact Cherie Blenkiron via  with any questions about the role. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information :

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori Pacific women LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF people with disabilities parenting support flexible work and other personal circumstances go to 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time