<div dir="ltr"><div><br clear="all"></div><div><a href="https://ejye.fa.ap1.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1009633">https://ejye.fa.ap1.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/1009633</a></div><div><br></div><div><h1 style="text-align:left;direction:ltr;line-height:3.231rem;margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:48px;font-weight:300;color:rgb(17,87,55)"><span style="font-family:Aptos,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16pt;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><b>Professor/Associate Professor in Climate Change Science and Policy</b></span></h1></div><div><h2 style="direction:ltr;text-align:center;text-transform:uppercase;margin:0px 0px 1em;font-family:Montserrat,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:18.464px;font-weight:500;color:rgb(17,87,55)">JOB DESCRIPTION</h2><div style="margin:0px"><ul style="margin:0px;padding-left:1.3em;list-style-position:outside;display:flex"><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Are you an experienced leader in climate change or adaptation science?</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Do you have a passion for inspiring the next generation of climate leaders?</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Can you lead interdisciplinary climate change research that addresses global and local challenges?</li></ul><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);font-weight:700">Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role</span></p><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55)">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.</span></p><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55)">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.</span></p><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);font-weight:700">The successful candidate will:</span></p><ul style="margin:1em 0px 0px;padding-left:1.3em;list-style-position:outside;display:flex"><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">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.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Provide strategic leadership to support the reestablishment of the Climate Change Research Institute.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">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.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Have a proven track record of securing external research funding and a strong commitment to supervising postgraduate students.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Demonstrate a strong commitment to honouring Te Herenga Waka's obligations to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and be open to growing relationships with iwi.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">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.</li></ul><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);font-weight:700">Impactful Research and Scholarship:</span></p><ul style="margin:1em 0px 0px;padding-left:1.3em;list-style-position:outside;display:flex"><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">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.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Secure and lead external research funding, including collaborative and interdisciplinary grants that support high-impact climate research and real-world outcomes.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Produce high-impact scholarship and other research outputs.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Attract and supervise postgraduate students.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Foster a collaborative, inclusive research culture that strengthens interdisciplinary connections across the School, Faculty, and University.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Build and sustain research collaborations with national and international partners including public research organisations, government, industry, iwi and communities.</li></ul><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);font-weight:700">Commitment to Teaching and Learning:</span></p><ul style="margin:1em 0px 0px;padding-left:1.3em;list-style-position:outside;display:flex"><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Deliver high-quality, research-led teaching that engages and inspires students.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Develop and coordinate innovative undergraduate and postgraduate courses in climate science, climate change impacts and policy that will equip future climate leaders.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Attract and supervise postgraduate students to successful and timely completion.</li></ul><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);font-weight:700">Leadership, Collaboration, and Service:</span></p><ul style="margin:1em 0px 0px;padding-left:1.3em;list-style-position:outside;display:flex"><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Provide strategic academic and strategic leadership within the School, Faculty, University, including contributing to the reestablishment of the Climate Change Research Institute.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Provide mentorship to postgraduate students and early career researchers, fostering excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Provide national and international thought leadership in climate change science, impacts, or adaptation.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">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.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Represent the University in national and international professional forums and networks, and advisory or policy groups, enhancing institutional reputation and influence.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Promote equity, diversity, and inclusion across research, teaching, and service activities, contributing to a supportive and collegial academic environment.<br> </li></ul><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);font-weight:700">Additional Expectations:</span></p><ul style="margin:1em 0px 0px;padding-left:1.3em;list-style-position:outside;display:flex"><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including meaningful engagement with iwi and communities.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Show familiarity with or willingness to engage with, and develop understanding of, tikanga and mātauranga Māori, including principles of data sovereignty.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Contribute to an inclusive and supportive student experience and particularly for diverse and underrepresented groups.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">A PhD in Climate Science, Climate Change Adaptation, Atmospheric Science, or a closely related field.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">A strong track record of leading research programmes and securing external research funding.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development, with a passion for engaging and inspiring undergraduate and postgraduate students.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">A strong record of high-quality scholarly publications and/or impactful professional practice.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Evidence of research and/or teaching that addresses contemporary climate change challenges, particularly in impacts, adaptation, and societal resilience.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including communities, iwi, government, and industry.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Demonstrated experience and desire for disciplinary research and teaching and the ability to work effectively across disciplinary boundaries.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">A collaborative and collegial approach to working with academic, technical, and professional staff.</li><li style="margin:0px;font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);line-height:1.923rem">Excellent communication, media and people skills, with the ability to translate research for different audiences.</li></ul><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55)"><br></span><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55);font-weight:700">Ō pūmanawa - About you</span></p><p style="line-height:1.923rem;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px"><span style="font-family:"Open Sans",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:17.232px;color:rgb(17,87,55)">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.</span></p></div><div style="direction:ltr;font-family:Aptos,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><br></div><div style="direction:ltr;font-family:Aptos,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><br></div><br class="gmail-Apple-interchange-newline"></div></div>