Te Kaupeka Pūtaiao| Faculty of Science
Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• Three year fixed-term position, starting in January 2025.

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Āu Mahi | What You Will Do
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer to teach and conduct research in Learning and Behaviour.
The teaching load will comprise of two courses. Learning and Behaviour Analysis (PSYC384) contributes to UC Psychology's innovative new Bachelor of Psychological Science programme, and is a core component of the Neuroscience and Cognition minor. It provides students with an overview of foundational principles of learning across a variety of species, and how these principles can be applied to modify behaviour. Behavioural Interventions (PSYC457) provides postgraduate students with a more in-depth treatment of how behavioural analysis principles can be applied to increase adaptive and decrease maladaptive behaviours in clinical and non-clinical settings. The course coordinator will develop and deliver both courses.
The role will also involve establishing a research programme in human and/or animal learning, and making service contributions to School, Faculty and/or University.
For information about the Bachelor of Psychological Science, please see here. A detailed course description for Learning and Behavioural Analysis and Behavioural Interventions can be found here and here respectively.
Mōu | Who You Are
A Ph D in psychology, neuroscience or an aligned discipline is required.
To be considered you will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of, and experience in, delivering effective teaching methods that enable a wide range of learners to succeed.
• Provide evidence of reflective learning and continuous professional development.
• Demonstrate expertise in learning and behaviour, including applied behavioural analysis.
• Demonstrate expertise in curriculum design, development and delivery for both on-campus and distance delivery.
• Demonstrate an understanding of bicultural and multicultural issues in Aotearoa New Zealand society, including a commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi | The Treaty of Waitangi, and display a willingness to engage professionally with equity and diversity.
• Provide evidence of research capability in the psychological principles of learning and behaviour.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including students, faculty and other stakeholders.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With
The School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing provides a collegial environment, and we are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi | The Treaty of Waitangi and upholding the inherent values, cultural practices and traditions including te reo Māori, tikanga, and kawa as guided by mana whenua, Ngāi Tūāhuriri.
For further details on the team and Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing can be found here: Psychology, Speech and Hearing
Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora - Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.
Ngā Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our ākonga and staff. They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can and make UC a great place to work and study. For more info on Ngā Uara | Our Values visit us here.
We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.
What we offer
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• flexible working arrangements
• supportive working environment
• professional development and study opportunities
• retail discounts
• living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand
• a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as the recreation centre and Staff club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.

For more information on our Benefits, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus/benefits/
This role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Academic Support Staff Collective Agreement and the following salary scale applies: Lecturer $89,645 p.a. - $108,144 p.a, Senior Lecturer $113,826 p.a. - $129,098 p.a.
The closing date for this position is: 24 October 2024 (midnight NZ time)
Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date.
Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website and should include the following:

• A cover letter (2-3 pages) which includes a statement outlining your vision for providing positive learning experiences for Psychology students at UC in learning and behaviour, including clear evidence of teaching and research proficiency. As bicultural competence and confidence are important learning outcomes for our graduates, we would like you to comment on your own experiences and plans for professional development, and how you can apply these skills benefit students and the University.
• A CV listing your education, teaching experience, research outputs, and service contributions.

We do not accept applications by email, however, we are happy to answer any queries at Workat UC@canterbury.ac.nz
For further information specifically about the role, please contact: Dr Jacinta Cording, mailto:jacinta.cording@canterbury.ac.nz.
For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand.

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