Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Political Science or International Relations
Join Victoria University of Wellington to teach and research in global political economy or environmental politics.
Best for:Best for scholar-educators with a PhD in Political Science or International Relations and a strong research focus on global political economy or environmental politics.
Overview
Victoria University of Wellington is seeking a permanent Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to join the Political Science and International Relations programme. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, develop innovative curricula, and supervise postgraduate research. Applicants should have research interests in international or global political economy, environmental politics, or related areas. The role involves active participation in academic leadership, administrative duties, and community engagement while upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
What you'll do
- Contribute to the development and delivery of courses in Political Science and International Relations across undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Design new curricula and pursue an independent, innovative research agenda within areas of expertise
- Supervise postgraduate research students across a wide range of topics in the discipline
- Participate in academic leadership, administrative tasks, and broader community engagement
- Collaborate within a collegial team that supports diversity, equity, and the program's responsibilities to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Political Science, International Relations, or a cognate discipline (completed or soon to be completed)
Language: English proficiency suitable for academic instruction and administration
Instruction: English
Publications: A developing or established record of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed venues
- Demonstrated capacity to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in global political economy or environmental politics
- A developing or established record of scholarly research and publications appropriate to the career level
- Strong collaborative and teamwork skills within an academic environment
- Experience or capability in supervising student research
- Applicants requiring a work visa must clearly indicate their residency or citizenship and visa status
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-23
Applications must be submitted directly through the University careers portal rather than via email. Candidates are required to submit a resume along with supporting documents including a cover letter, and should clearly state their visa status if they require a work permit.
- CV
- Cover letter
Contact
Fiona Barker· Head of School
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