Shape the future of NZ's forest and wood industries
Lead innovative research with industry partners
Enjoy competitive salary and generous staff benefits

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

This role, funded by the Wood Industry Development and Education (WIDE) Trust, offers an exciting opportunity to strengthen teaching and research in Forest and Wood Engineering. You will be the academic leader for this theme within our BE(Hons) programmes, inspiring students to see forestry and wood as a dynamic career path.

You will develop and deliver specialised papers, lead engagement with the forest and wood sector, support student placements, and supervise final-year projects. A key focus will be building collaborative research partnerships, securing external funding, and driving innovation in collaboration with industry, iwi, and research institutes.

Salary will be in the range of $110,392 to $144,817 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week), based at our Hillcrest Campus, Hamilton.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Professor Mike Duke, Dean of Engineering,mike.duke@waikato.ac.nz

All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? - Who are you?

You will be a passionate academic with a track record of teaching and research in engineering, ideally with expertise in forest and wood engineering or a closely related field.

You will bring the following:

Experience in research-led teaching and curriculum development
A record of high-quality publications and success in securing research funding
Strong industry connections and a commitment to collaborative engagement
The ability to supervise postgraduate students and foster their success
Excellent communication and leadership skills to inspire students and colleagues

Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?

The School of Engineering (Te Kura Mata-Ao) is part of the Division of STEM and offers accredited BE(Hons) programmes across multiple disciplines. Our research strengths span materials, construction, robotics, water, biomedical engineering, and more. We are committed to producing graduates who are future-ready and highly sought after by industry.

He aha ngā 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 Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Sunday 9th November 2025

Requisition number: 1003034

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Senior Lecturer in Forest and Wood Engineering