Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Political Science or International Relations

Overview

Victoria University of Wellington is offering a permanent, full-time position for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Political Science and International Relations. The role is based at the Kelburn campus and involves joining the Political Science and International Relations programme to develop new undergraduate and postgraduate teaching offerings. The position focuses on research interests in International or Global Political Economy and Environmental Politics, encompassing areas such as international organisations, governance, global finance, trade, indigenous perspectives, and the politics of climate change.

Requirements

Applicants must have a completed or nearly completed PhD in Political Science, International Relations, or a cognate discipline. Candidates should have experience in tertiary-level teaching or demonstrated evidence of successful teaching for senior applicants, alongside a developing or established record of scholarly research and publications. Individuals must also have the capacity to work within a collegial team and develop courses in global political economy or environmental politics. Applicants requiring a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application materials.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted directly through the University careers page rather than via email. Candidates are required to submit a resume along with supporting documents, including a cover letter. Questions regarding the role can be directed to the Head of School, Associate Professor Fiona Barker.

Key dates

The application deadline for this vacancy is 23 November 2026.