Professor / Associate Professor In Law

Organisation / Company AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY Research Field Juridical sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Country New Zealand Application Deadline 16 Nov

• : 00 (UTC) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

NoOffer DescriptionMake real impact as a senior law academicUtilise your passion for legal teaching, research and academic leadershipPermanent, full-time role based at AUT's City Campus in AucklandAs one of the world's top 100 young universities and New Zealand's newest,Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed.

We are a socially-driven university, with equity and excellence at the heart of our purpose and actions.

We offer a stimulating teaching and research environment, characterised by strong connections to government, business, and industry.

AUT has more than 26,000 students and over 4,000 staff, primarily based at our three Auckland campuses.Our Law SchoolAUT's Law School comprises scholars and practitioners dedicated to developing the next generation of legal professionals, providing innovative and comprehensive legal education and research which impacts the legal landscape across New Zealand and the wider Pacific region.

Our commitment to Tikanga (the principles and practices of Maori culture and values) andTe Aronui (AUT's Te Tiriti framework) is integrated into our curriculum and the way we work, ensuring that students gain a profound understanding of New Zealand's unique legal landscape.

We offer a vibrant, inclusive and engaging environment where students are encouraged to engage critically with the law and learn alongside each other.We invite passionate and accomplished senior academics to join our team and contribute to our mission of shaping the future of law through impactful teaching and research alongside meaningful community engagement.The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahiWe have a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) opportunity for a Professor or Associate Professor to make significant impact and develop their career in teaching, research and service.

We are open to expertise across areas relevant to our Law School, and are particularly interested in applicants who can contribute to our teaching and / or research in any area of the Law.You will have demonstrated leadership capability and show willingness to take up a future substantial leadership role as opportunities arise, including leading new programme developments, deputy / head of school, associate dean or research centre leader.You'll teach across programmes as assigned by the Dean of Law.

We embrace practice-led, as well as research-informed, approaches to teaching where the student experience is optimised.

Your contributions to programme and course development will enhance our continuous-improvement focus and you will support embedding Tikanga Maori into New Zealand's law curriculum.You will publish actively in your specialised field / s.

We offer an excellent research environment with contestable research funds, and the possibility of collaborative work and student research project supervision.

The successful candidate will likely seek external research funding, engage with government, business, professional bodies and the community, and contribute to School / Faculty activities.Senior academics also provide mentorship to other colleagues in both research and teaching.

You will have an open, engaging and collaborative attitude that is flexible to changing requirements.

You must embrace and value diversity and enjoy working inclusively with students and staff.AUT has generous leave allowances, excellent opportunities to engage with colleagues and industry and various staff benefits including free membership to AUT gyms.

You'll join an open and collaborative environment that supports continued growth and development, and enhanced teaching and research practice.About you | Ko wai koeWe welcome applications from innovative, inspiring senior legal academics.

Thekey selection criteriabeing sought : 1.

Qualification : A minimum of a completed research LLM.2.

Teaching and Learning : Significant undergraduate and postgraduate lecturing experience in Law (including course design, preparation and delivery of lectures, practical sessions, tutorials as well as paper coordination).

Ability to contribute to the growth and review of an innovative curriculum and development of high-quality course content, including integration of emerging technologies.Demonstrated ability to attract postgraduate students and a track record of supervising postgraduate students to completion.3.

Research and Scholarship : Significant experience leading and driving research initiatives in Law, with a strong track record of research outputs, including publications.

Experience with successful external research grant applications if appropriate to your field.Proven experience establishing and nurturing collaborative relationships with peers in related fields, both within the University and across external academic institutions, industry and professional bodies.Appointments to editorial review boards of reputable law journals, editorship / guest editorship experience and / or conference track chairing.4.

Citizenship and Service : A proven record of academic leadership and service.Experience engaging with external community members, industries, government, professional law bodies or other stakeholders to disseminate research and create opportunities.Experience in engaging with media and translating research to more general audiences.Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application.How to apply | Me pehea te tuku tonoAlong with your full academic CV (including a complete publication list) - please ensure to submit

a) a cover letter which explains why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest, and

b) a statement addressing how you feel you meet some, or all, of thekey selection criterialisted above.Further Information : Start Date : As soon as possible (to be agreed with the successful candidate).

Term : The successful candidate will secure a permanent, full-time appointment.Salary ranges : Professor -NZD $162,608 to $209,052.Associate Professor -NZD $148,548 to $171,983 (specific step within ranges commensurate with relevant skills and experience).

The AUT Law School is committed to achieving greater diversity and welcomes applications from all, including in particular, suitably qualified individuals from underrepresented groups.Closing date for applications : Sunday 16 November @

We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Maori and Pacific communities.

We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process.

For further information, please send us an enquiryhere or call

Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

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