[ES_JOBS_NET] Professor/Associate Professor in Climate Change Science and Policy, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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*Professor/Associate Professor in Climate Change Science and Policy*
JOB DESCRIPTION

   - Are you an experienced leader in climate change or adaptation science?
   - Do you have a passion for inspiring the next generation of climate
   leaders?
   - Can you lead interdisciplinary climate change research that addresses
   global and local challenges?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting
a permanent, full-time Associate Professor/Professor (Ahonuku/Ahorangi) in
Climate Change Science and Policy to join the team in Te Kura Tātai Aro
Whenua - School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences.

We seek applicants with a strong background in climate science, climate
policy, climate change impacts, and/or climate mitigation and adaptation
along with demonstrated experience in fostering and advancing
interdisciplinary research focused on climate resilience and societal
impact.

The successful candidate will:

   - Establish a vibrant, externally funded research programme that
   complements existing strengths and builds strong collaboration with
   researchers at VUW's School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences
   (including the Antarctic Research Centre and the School of Government) and
   external partners.
   - Provide strategic leadership to support the reestablishment of the
   Climate Change Research Institute.
   - Bring innovative perspectives and excellence to teaching
   climate-related topics across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in
   Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences, as well as to core courses in
   the Master of Climate Change Science and Policy.
   - Have a proven track record of securing external research funding and a
   strong commitment to supervising postgraduate students.
   - Demonstrate a strong commitment to honouring Te Herenga Waka's
   obligations to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and be open to growing relationships
   with iwi.
   - Have familiarity, or possess the desire to become familiar with,
   tikanga, mātauranga Māori and data sovereignty in relation to climate
   change and climate change responses.

Impactful Research and Scholarship:

   - Establish and lead a high-impact, interdisciplinary research programme
   in climate science, climate change impacts, and/or mitigation and
   adaptation, contributing to climate resilience and policy-relevant
   solutions.
   - Secure and lead external research funding, including collaborative and
   interdisciplinary grants that support high-impact climate research and
   real-world outcomes.
   - Produce high-impact scholarship and other research outputs.
   - Attract and supervise postgraduate students.
   - Foster a collaborative, inclusive research culture that strengthens
   interdisciplinary connections across the School, Faculty, and University.
   - Build and sustain research collaborations with national and
   international partners including public research organisations, government,
   industry, iwi and communities.

Commitment to Teaching and Learning:

   - Deliver high-quality, research-led teaching that engages and inspires
   students.
   - Develop and coordinate innovative undergraduate and postgraduate
   courses in climate science, climate change impacts and policy that will
   equip future climate leaders.
   - Attract and supervise postgraduate students to successful and timely
   completion.

Leadership, Collaboration, and Service:

   - Provide strategic academic and strategic leadership within the School,
   Faculty, University, including contributing to the reestablishment of the
   Climate Change Research Institute.
   - Provide mentorship to postgraduate students and early career
   researchers, fostering excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.
   - Provide national and international thought leadership in climate
   change science, impacts, or adaptation.
   - Build and sustain partnerships with public research institutions,
   government, iwi, industry, and national and international collaborators to
   advance climate change science and/or climate adaptation research and
   deliver real-world impact in Aotearoa New Zealand.
   - Represent the University in national and international professional
   forums and networks, and advisory or policy groups, enhancing institutional
   reputation and influence.
   - Promote equity, diversity, and inclusion across research, teaching,
   and service activities, contributing to a supportive and collegial academic
   environment.


Additional Expectations:

   - Demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including meaningful
   engagement with iwi and communities.
   - Show familiarity with or willingness to engage with, and develop
   understanding of, tikanga and mātauranga Māori, including principles of
   data sovereignty.
   - Contribute to an inclusive and supportive student experience and
   particularly for diverse and underrepresented groups.
   - A PhD in Climate Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Atmospheric
   Science, or a closely related field.
   - A strong track record of leading research programmes and securing
   external research funding.
   - Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development, with a
   passion for engaging and inspiring undergraduate and postgraduate students.
   - A strong record of high-quality scholarly publications and/or
   impactful professional practice.
   - Evidence of research and/or teaching that addresses contemporary
   climate change challenges, particularly in impacts, adaptation, and
   societal resilience.
   - Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with diverse
   stakeholders, including communities, iwi, government, and industry.
   - Demonstrated experience and desire for disciplinary research and
   teaching and the ability to work effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
   - A collaborative and collegial approach to working with academic,
   technical, and professional staff.
   - Excellent communication, media and people skills, with the ability to
   translate research for different audiences.


Ō pūmanawa - About you

You are an established academic in climate science, climate change impact
and/or climate adaptation and policy, with a strong commitment to research
excellence and high-quality, research-led teaching. You are student-focused
and passionate about inspiring and training the next generation of climate
leaders. You bring a track record of advancing impactful, interdisciplinary
research, and a collaborative and collegial approach to working with
colleagues, students, and external partners. You are an effective and
engaging communicator, able to connect with academic, policy and public
audiences.
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