Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Te Wānanga Toi Tangata Division of Education invites applications for this exciting opportunity to make a difference influencing current initial teacher education students to bring innovative mathematics practices in schools.
We are looking for a dynamic individual who will bring professional and academic experience to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and postgraduate supervision. You will have the skills and experience to provide leadership and innovation in teaching.
Along with teaching, your well defined programme of research will help to advance research capacities, develop strategic cross and inter-disciplinary research initiatives, and engage with school and other communities. Those seeking an appointment at the Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor will have a record of academic leadership that includes mentorship, guidance, encouragement and support for other academic staff in the pursuit of their academic objectives and the development of their professional careers.
The level of appointment will depend on the successful candidate's relevant skills, knowledge and experience, the salary will be in the range of Lecturer from $83,337 to $99,551, Senior Lecturer from $102,280 to $134,175, or Associate Professor from $132,540 to $146,190 per year.
Please see the links for detailed position descriptions Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor.
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Deputy Head of School, Associate Professor Maurice Cheng by email on maurice.cheng@waikato.ac.nz
Ko wai koe? - Who are you?
The ideal candidate will have a PhD, or be in the final stages of completion if applying at Lecturer level.
The successful candidate will be a team player who can contribute and be actively involved in shaping the future of our Mathematics Education programme and building an excellent reputation in the field of Mathematics Education at the University.In addition, you will be able to demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and an understanding of how your research could enhance professional practice and community. If seeking a senior appointment (SL or AP), you will be expected to have a research and scholarship record of excellence at a national and international level, along with demonstrated excellence in teaching and successful postgraduate supervision experience in the broad discipline of mathematics education.
Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?
Te Wānanga Toi Tangata Division of Education provides innovative approaches to both education and educational research. Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education offers quality academic programmes at undergraduate level, and a range of programmes from across both taught and research postgraduate. Our programmes are research-informed and delivered through high quality academic staff catering for domestic and international students. As a leader of education in New Zealand, we are committed to enhancing education through teaching, research and professional services.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
At Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato, the University of Waikato, we embrace equity and diversity; therefore, we strongly encourage applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply.
Applications close on Friday, 9 June 2023.
Requisition number: 1000521
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