Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Transport Planning

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Transport Planning University of Canterbury – Christchurch, South Island Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment Te Kaupeka Pūtaiao | Science Faculty Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Continuing (permanent) position Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities Āu Mahi | What You Will Do The University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha invites applications for a full-time, continuing (permanent) academic position at the level of Senior Lecturer / Associate professor in the School of Earth and Environment (SEE) with expertise in the area of transport planning. In this role you will develop and deliver classroom and field teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and supervise Masters and PhD research students and foster collaboration within SEE and with national/international partners. You will contribute to teaching in a range of across SEE, specifically Transport Planning and potentially also in Geography. You will also develop a strong, externally funded research programme. This is an exciting opportunity to advance research and teaching in transport planning. Mōu | Who You Are Applicants must hold a PhD in Transport Planning, Geography, or a closely related discipline, with postdoctoral or equivalent professional experience preferred. You will bring: Expertise in Transport Planning is essential. A deep understanding of the New Zealand transport sector is essential. The ability to supervise student projects in transport planning with geospatial science and/or public health is highly desirable. A strong record of high-quality research outputs and external research funding. Demonstrated experience in mentoring or supervising postgraduate students. The appointee will demonstrate a background in supervising research students, an ability to collaborate with others within the school and the wider university, along with an interest in contributing to school, faculty, and university activities. Proven leadership in collaborative research and academic programme delivery. A national and/or international reputation in your discipline. An alignment with our organisation's values and culture, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment. If you are passionate about advancing transport planning and ready to make a significant contribution to research and teaching, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of SEE. Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With You’ll be part of a collaborative community of academics, researchers and professional staff working at the forefront of Earth and environmental science. The School brings together expertise across a wide range of disciplines, supported by world-class laboratories, field equipment and cutting‑edge technologies. Our people are passionate about understanding how Earth works and how humans interact with our environment. We value collaboration, curiosity and real‑world impact, working closely with research partners, industry and communities to deliver leading research and innovative solutions. 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. Mea e tukua nei | What we offer The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment, this includes: relocation support five weeks annual leave and five days university holidays UC Parental Leave (up to 9 weeks paid) + 26 weeks Government paid parental leave and onsite childcare facility widely accessible sabbatical provision generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%) University and Faculty scholarship support for post‑graduate students a unique bequest funded endowment (Erskine Fund) that supports an extensive visiting fellowship programme flexible working arrangements supportive working environment professional development and study opportunities 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 visithttps://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus/benefits/ This role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Support Staff Collective Agreement and the following salary scale applies: Senior Lecturer $119,586 - $135,630 p.a., Senior Lecturer Above the Bar $141,600 - $ 149,806 p.a., Associate Professor $155,592 p.a. The closing date for this position is: 20 September 2026 (midnight NZ time) Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date. For further information specifically about the role, please contact:Professor Simon Kingham, School of Earth and Environment at *************@canterbury.ac.nz. For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, toreview the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand. Please note, this is an onsite position. #J-18808-Ljbffr