Join the Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand in 2026: Lecturer and Senior Lecturer in Political Science or International Relations

Overview

Victoria University of Wellington invites applications for a permanent, full-time Lecturer or Senior Lecturer position in Political Science or International Relations. The successful candidate joins the Political Science and International Relations programme at the Kelburn campus in Wellington, New Zealand. The appointee contributes to teaching, curriculum development, postgraduate supervision, independent research, and academic leadership.

Who can apply

Candidates must have a completed or nearly completed PhD in Political Science, International Relations, or a cognate discipline. Applicants should possess expertise in areas such as International or Global Political Economy, International or Global Environmental Politics, or related fields. Additional expectations include tertiary-level teaching experience, the ability to work collaboratively within an academic team, and an emerging record of research for Lecturer applicants or an established record for Senior Lecturer appointments. Applicants who do not hold New Zealand citizenship or residency and require a work visa must clearly state their visa status.

What you get

The position offers a permanent, full-time appointment with a salary range of NZ$91,738 to NZ$138,917, where the exact compensation depends on the role level and official role descriptions.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted directly through the official online recruitment system on the university careers website using job reference 1010243. Candidates must prepare a résumé or curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and any additional supporting documents requested in the application instructions, ensuring they state their visa status if a work visa is required.

Key dates

The position was advertised on 23 October 2026, and applications close on 23 November 2026.