Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's pre-eminent research-led University. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is the largest department in the Faculty of Engineering, with approximately 50 academic staff, 1,000 undergraduates and over 200 PhD students. We offer a diverse and active community for research at and above postgraduate level and we are proud of our very strong international reputation for the quality of our research outputs. We have established an excellent reputation in the traditional fields of the discipline, being ranked 39th in the world according to the QS World Ranking 2022. We have strong collaborative links with research groups and industry within New Zealand and across the world. Our structural engineering group has a reputation on research that mitigates the effects of earthquakes and other practical problems associated with concrete, steel and timber. The University of Auckland is home to one of the largest and best equipped structural testing laboratory in the southern hemisphere. This world-class facility has a 9m high reaction wall in two directions, a 20 x 10 m strong floor, a 3.6m square 15T capacity earthquake shake table, and integrated ancillary laboratories and workshops.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

The University of Auckland invites applications from exceptional candidates for a full-time permanent position in Structural Engineering at the Lecturer / Senior Lecturer Levels. The successful candidate is expected to conduct high quality, impactful original research, advise students, contribute to undergraduate and graduate level teaching, and to participate in the administrative activities of the Department, the Faculty of Engineering and the University.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline by the date of appointment.

Please view the attached position description for more information on the responsibilities of the roles.

This is a permanent, full time role, 40 hours per week. The salary range is $86,000 - $144,526 depending on qualifications and experience.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Candidate must have an excellent academic record as evidenced by a publication record, as well as a track record of successful mentoring of students appropriate to the appointment level sought. We are interested in receiving applications from applicants with a broad range of backgrounds including, but not limited to the following

Structural engineering for the built environment (civil structures, buildings, infrastructure, vertical and horizontal construction)

• Structural engineering design
• Earthquake engineering
• Structural mechanics
• Structural dynamics
• Civil engineering materials
• Structural engineering and climate change

The department is particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates that would complement our expertise and enhance the department’s gender and cultural diversity.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 12/08/2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

For further information please contact Suhayl Mohammed Via [email protected]. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz