Lecturer / Senior Lecturer

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Software Engineering

University of Auckland – Department of Electrical, Computer, and Software Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Design.

Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week).

Salary range $97,831 – $142,883 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

About the role

You will undertake high-quality research and teaching in the broad field of Software Engineering.

You will contribute to the activities of the Software Engineering research group and play a key role in shaping the Department's strategic growth in software engineering education and research.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate Software Engineering courses across the specialisations of Software, Computer Systems, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, as well as postgraduate course development.

Collaboration with colleagues across disciplines to advance the Department's teaching and research excellence is expected.

Research focus

Potential research areas include :

AI for Software Engineering

Software as a Service (SaaS) and related technologies

Software architecture and design

Software security

Green and sustainable software

Other areas of software engineering may also be considered, but AI for Software Engineering is a priority area of focus.

Qualifications

A PhD in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.

A strong track record of published research in Software Engineering or a related field.

Experience conducting high-quality academic research.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to work collaboratively and lead initiatives.

Commitment to innovative, inclusive, and culturally responsive teaching.

Preferred

Experience supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research.

Research expertise in AI for SE, SaaS, software architecture and design, software security, or sustainable software.

Demonstrated academic leadership potential and ability to secure research funding.

Benefits

Flexible employment practices, including working from home and flexible hours.

Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme.

A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave.

Career development programmes, discounted car parking, generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other internal / external service discounts.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 19 November

• and should include :

Cover Letter (2–3 pages, A4, 11-point, highlighting how your skills and experience align with the requirements of this role).

Curriculum Vitae (CV) with personal and contact details, education and qualifications, employment history, a list of peer-reviewed publications, and the names and contact details of 2–3 referees.

Research Statement / Research Plan (2–3 pages, A4, 11-point).

Teaching Philosophy (2–3 pages, A4, 11-point).

Note : Applications sent via email will not be accepted.

If you would like a confidential discussion, please contact Professor Partha Roop (

Eligibility

To be considered for this role you must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.

Equity and Inclusion

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