Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Agribusiness

Overview

We are seeking an outstanding academic to join our Agribusiness team at the University of Waikato. Whether you are an emerging scholar or an established leader in your field, you will play a key role in advancing research, teaching, and engagement in agribusiness.

You will contribute to the development of innovative, research-informed teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and supervise the next generation of agribusiness scholars. Your research will generate high-quality outputs that influence academic debates, inform policy and practice, and enhance the visibility of the University nationally and internationally.

Collaboration is central to this role – you will work collegially with colleagues across the School and Division and build partnerships with industry and academic networks. At more senior levels, you will demonstrate leadership through research impact, postgraduate supervision, mentoring of colleagues, and shaping the strategic direction of agribusiness education and research. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to academic excellence, industry relevance, and the future of agribusiness at Waikato.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of innovative, research-informed teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and supervise the next generation of agribusiness scholars.
• Conduct high-quality research that informs policy and practice and enhances the university’s visibility nationally and internationally.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the School and Division and build partnerships with industry and academic networks.
• Demonstrate leadership through research impact, postgraduate supervision, mentoring, and shaping the strategic direction of agribusiness education and research (more senior levels).

Qualifications

Salary and Terms

Location and Hours

This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) based at our Hillcrest Campus. Salary will be commensurate with the skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the position.

Applications and Contact

For more information on the role, please see the position descriptions for the Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Associate Professor. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Stuart Dillon, Executive Head of School at All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.

Why Us

The Waikato Management School sits within the Division of Management, one of New Zealand’s leading business schools with a strong international reputation for research, teaching, and engagement. The School is committed to advancing innovative and impactful scholarship, supporting student success, and fostering strong links with industry, iwi, government, and international partners. The University of Waikato provides a vibrant and inclusive environment, with a strong commitment to partnership with Māori, global engagement, and community impact. Professors in the School are expected to contribute to these goals by leading internationally recognised research, mentoring colleagues, enhancing teaching excellence, and strengthening connections with external stakeholders.

Why You Should Apply

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. The University of Waikato values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with NZ Immigration regulations.

Commitment to People

The University of Waikato prides itself on engagement with the communities it serves, the provision of a world-class education, and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close

Applications Close on Wednesday 22 October 2025.

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