[ES_JOBS_NET] Lecturer/senior lecturer in soil microbiology at Lincoln University (NZ)

[Wells, Naomi]

The Department of Soil & Physical Sciences at Lincoln University (New Zealand) invites applicants for a permanent academic (teaching/research) position in soil microbiology. https://careers.lincoln.ac.nz/jobdetails/ajid/vpfl7/Lecturer-Senior-Lecturer-in-Soil-Microbiology,2022-6346.html
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Soil Microbiology

Ko wai mātou - Who we are

As the longest-running agriculturally-based university in the Southern Hemisphere, Lincoln University's story begins with farming, but it certainly doesn't end there. As New Zealand's economy diversified, so have we. Lincoln University is here to enhance and enrich lives, growing the knowledge of our students so they can shape a world that benefits from a greater understanding of the relationship between our land, the food produced from it and the ecosystems within it. With three academic faculties, one teaching division, several research centres, and a range of corporate service units, Lincoln University draws its students from throughout New Zealand and from over 60 countries. Lincoln University has a student roll of around 3,000 and approximately 600 staff.

The Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences is the largest academic faculty within Lincoln University and is made up of four research-driven Departments: Soil and Physical Sciences; Agricultural Sciences; Wine, Food and Molecular Biosciences; and Pest Management and Conservation.

Te āhua o Te Tūrunga - the nature of the position

We are inviting applications for an academic appointment as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Soil Microbiology within the Department of Soil and Physical Sciences. The Department has a global reputation for research excellence. Our teaching is innovative and led by our cutting-edge research. Our graduates make an impact in the land-based sector by contributing to the sustainable management of soils and the wider environment. Departmental research activities span a wide range from pedology and soil resource characterisation to soil chemistry, biology, physics and fertility, biogeochemistry, earth sciences, water science and climate change. The Department is responsible for the delivery of Soil Science courses from diploma to postgraduate level as well as the delivery of first-year courses in chemistry, physics, and earth science.

Ngā tino Pūkenga/Whēako - Skills/experiences for the role

The qualifications and skills we are seeking for this role are:

Essential

  *   A PhD in Soil Science, or another closely related discipline
  *   An innovative research agenda, including research publications in peer-reviewed journals that relate to soil biology, microbiology and soil fertility
  *   A proven track record in attracting external research funding and working with a variety of stakeholders
  *   An ability to inspire, be creative and show innovation in your teaching
  *   The capability, energy and enthusiasm to teach undergraduate soil science, soil microbiology; plus the ability to teach, supervise and mentor soil science and soil microbiology at postgraduate level
  *   Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds
  *   Excellent science communication skills

Desirable

  *   Knowledge or experience in soil-plant-nutrient-microbial interactions; statistics or bioinformatics; molecular microbiology

 Applicants with research interests in the areas of soil microbiological systems, soil fertility, and familiarity with New Zealand farming systems will be viewed favourably.

This is a full time, permanent position.

Te Tono - How to apply

Please apply online with your CV and cover letter.

For more information, please refer to the position description on the Lincoln University careers page or contact Ngaire Fiveash, HR Administrator, on 03 423 0595. Please note that between 15-25 April your call will not be answered due to Easter break.

Applications close at 9am Tuesday 10 May 2022.

COVID-19 Vaccination requirement: From the 14 February 2022, Lincoln University requires all employees to hold a valid My Vaccine Pass.

Important Notice

In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government have imposed travel restrictions on entering New Zealand.  To see how this might affect your application and for more information and updates on the border restrictions visit the Immigration New Zealand website<https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/covid-19> or the New Zealand Government's official Covid-19 website<https://covid19.govt.nz/>.

Lincoln University is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity in Education and Employment and seeks to meet its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi.



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Naomi S. Wells, PhD
Lecturer
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Dept. of Soil & Physical Sciences
Burns 221
PO Box 85084, Lincoln University
Lincoln 7647, Canterbury, New Zealand
Mobile:+64 (0)22 059 0060
Email: naomi.wells at lincoln.ac.nz

Twitter: @15nswells<https://twitter.com/15nswells>
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