Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science

• Computer Sciences and Information Technology
• College of Sciences
• Auckland

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Computer Sciences and Information Technology
College of Sciences
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time

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Position Overview

The School of Mathematical & Computational Sciences at Massey University is seeking two full-time, permanent academic staff members to join the Computer Science and Information Technology group, based at our Albany Campus in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland).

In this role, you’ll provide high-quality teaching and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, both in-person and online. You will also lead and contribute to an active research programme, including the supervision of Master's and PhD students, and pursue external research funding opportunities.

Your expertise in computer science and programming—along with your passion for education and collaborative research—will make a meaningful contribution to one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading computing and data science faculties.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A completed PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field
• Proven university-level teaching experience, including course development
• A strong track record of peer-reviewed research publications
• Experience with online and blended learning platforms
• Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g. C++, Java, Python)
• A commitment to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive academic practice

Desirable attributes:

• Experience teaching international or distance students
• Prior success in securing research funding or industry collaboration
• A research focus in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, software engineering, or human-computer interaction

Ngā painga o Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa | What we offer

As a Massey University kaimahi | staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• A collegial, supportive environment with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Generous professional development support and academic career progression
• Five university holidays in addition to four weeks' annual leave
• Access to flexible work arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Staff discount on gym memberships, campus facilities, and library resources
• Opportunities to contribute to research with real-world impact
• A vibrant, lifestyle-rich campus environment on Auckland’s North Shore
• A deeply held institutional commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and advancing Māori and Pacific success

Ko wai mātou | About us

Massey University is a world-ranked institution known for its research-led teaching and strong connections to industry, community, and global networks. Our School of Mathematical & Computational Sciences leads in the fields of Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics, and Data Science—offering programmes on both the Albany and Manawatū campuses.

We are proudly Tiriti-led, and we embrace this as both an obligation and opportunity to build a better future for all.

If you are a passionate academic with a strong research portfolio and a student-centred teaching philosophy, we encourage you to apply.  Appointment will be reflective of skills and experience within the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer ($83,201- $147,547) range.

Further enquiries should be directed to: Professor Hans Guesgen, School of Mathematical & Computational Sciences, Massey University.  Email:H.W.Guesgen@massey.ac.nz  

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