Teaching Fellow in Psychological Criminology

Te Puna Haumaru - Centre for Security and Crime Science
Te Kura Whatu Oho Mauri - School of Psychological and Social Sciences
Te Wananga o Nga Kete - Division of Arts, Law, Psychology and Social Sciences

Three-year teaching-focused role in Psychological Criminology supporting innovative teaching at the University of Waikato.

Teach in a leading centre for crime science research
Three-year fixed-term, part time role supporting innovative teaching
Collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environment

Nga korero mo te turanga - About the role

Te Puna Haumaru - Centre for Security and Crime Science - invites applications for a Teaching Fellow in Psychological Criminology. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching that supports the development of future professionals working to improve community safety and reduce crime in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.

Psychological Criminology at Waikato is a multidisciplinary field focused on the psychology of criminal behaviour, including the development, maintenance, and reduction of involvement in criminal activity and crime events. The Teaching Fellow role is primarily focused on the design, coordination, and delivery of engaging, research-informed teaching in psychological criminology and related areas within crime science.

You will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across programmes including crime science, forensic psychology, security and crime science, and psychology. The role includes preparing and delivering lectures and seminars, coordinating papers, supporting practical classes and workshops, and contributing to assessment and curriculum development. You will also work closely with colleagues and teaching assistants to create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for a diverse student body.

This position is a three-year fixed-term appointment to provide teaching continuity while covering a Royal Society Tawhia te Mana Tuapapa Future Leader Fellowship. Even though the role is teaching-focused, the successful candidate will maintain scholarly engagement to ensure teaching remains informed by current research, policy, and practice.

Salary will be in the range of $81,389 to $97,791 per year, prorated, based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a part-time role (18.75 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus in Hamilton.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Lisa Tompson, Centre Director [email protected]. All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? - Who are you?

You will have an educational background in a subject area relevant to reducing crime and improving community safety in New Zealand, and either be enrolled in, or intending to enrol in, a PhD in a relevant discipline.

You will also bring:

• Demonstrated success in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, including lecturing and small-group facilitation.

• The ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and engage effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.

• A commitment to research-informed and innovative teaching approaches.

• The ability to apply new information and communication technologies to support learning.

• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a willingness to contribute to Centre, School, Division and University activities.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• A demonstrated commitment to the University's partnership with Maori as intended by Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Experience with innovative teaching methods, online or blended learning, or applied scholarship related to psychological criminology will be advantageous.

Ko wai matou? - Who are we?

Te Wananga o Nga Kete the Division of Arts, Law, Psychology and Social Sciences (ALPSS) is a large and dynamic Division that includes Te Kura Toi the School of Arts, Te Kura Whatu Oho Mauri the School of Psychological and Social Sciences, and Te Rakau Kotahi the School of Law, Politics, and Philosophy.

Te Puna Haumaru - Centre for Security and Crime Science is dedicated to producing high-quality empirical research that improves efforts to reduce crime and harm in New Zealand. The Centre provides a creative, supportive and questioning environment for learning and is committed to serving the educational needs of Maori communities locally and nationally while preparing graduates for careers in crime prevention and related professions.

He aha nga take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.

Ko te Tangata - For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wananga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitu orite ki nga tangata katoa.

Applications Close on Sunday September 6, 2026

Requisition number: 1003482