Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer – Computer Science
Position Purpose: To provide undergraduate and postgraduate teaching along with a

research programme including higher degree supervision in the discipline
area of Computer Science. Teaching includes both online and face-to-face
teaching at the Massey Auckland campus in Albany. Applying for, and
securing, external research finding is an important component.

Department: School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences (SMCS)

Location: Auckland (Albany campus)

Reports to: Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT) Group Leader

Responsible for: Nil

Delegations: Nil

Job Title: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer

Key relationships: Internal External
Head of School, SMCS IT Professionals
CSIT Group Leader Relevant industry connections
Academic staff and students Govt and grant awarding bodies

Massey University: We are a world-leading university in many academic disciplines and fields
of research. Our point of difference is research that is connected to
community and industry. Our researchers are developing expertise and
skills to advance human knowledge and understanding. Working together
across disciplines and locations, we solve national and global problems
through fundamental, applied and interdisciplinary research, while
culturally and artistically enriching our world.

We are deeply committed to being a Te Tiriti-led university, demonstrating
authentic leadership in contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand as we uphold
Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the founding document of our nation, and its principles
through our practice. We embrace this not just as an obligation but as a
real opportunity for the nation and its people.

Our educators are preparing a new generation of global leaders. Our
students are diverse and are attracted to Massey because they want to
achieve their personal goals or make their mark in the world. They
experience world-class learning that recognises their intellectual and
cultural strengths, expands their horizons and prepares them to contribute
to a rapidly transforming world with skills, critical and creative thinking and
leadership.

We will be renowned for our passion and caring attitude. All Massey
campuses will be innovation ecosystems, acting as magnets for smart
enterprises. Wherever we are, we will operate in partnerships founded on

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respect, trust and mutual benefit. Massey is not only defined by what we
do, but by how we do it.

About this area Massey University’s School of Mathematical & Computational Sciences

leads teaching and research in computer science, information technology,

data science, mathematics and statistics on both the Albany (Auckland) and

the Palmerston North campuses. The school teaches a number of service

courses across a wide range of disciplines.

Massey core capabilities

At Massey we are Tiriti-led, upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles through our practice, we:

• Demonstrate awareness of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand

society.

• Understand the relevance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in relation to the work of the University and the

people we serve.

• Embracing Te Reo in relevant and practical ways in our workplace interactions and engagement

with external stakeholders, giving expression to Tikanga Māori and protocols that demonstrates
that we respect and value Māori conventions in appropriate settings.

At Massey we work together with mutual respect and caring. we:

• Act with integrity and trustworthiness and give credit to others for the work they do.
• Work cooperatively and inter-dependently to foster and promote the One University approach.
• Share knowledge and communicate professionally with courtesy and mutual respect.
• Are ethical in all transactions, working within the parameters of our policies and procedures.
• Are direct, truthful and maintain confidentiality.
• Seek to understand and appreciate our differences.
• Are ethical in all transactions, working within the parameters of our policies and procedures.
• Are direct, truthful and maintain confidentiality.
• Seek to understand and appreciate our differences.
• Keep ourselves and others safe; work together to embrace with the University's health, safety

and wellbeing policies, procedures and programmes; display commitment by actively supporting
all safety and wellbeing initiatives: and by actively engaging in health and safety improvement
opportunities.

At Massey we are future-focused, results- oriented and strive for excellence. we:

• Take ownership and responsibility for delivering results to support achievement of University

objectives.

• Provide the best quality services to our customers (internal and external) ensuring our students/

stakeholders are at the heart of everything we do.

• Deliver or support world-class research, teaching and learning and citizenship.
• Take personal responsibility for our performance, take pride in doing our job well, and commit

to ongoing personal and professional development.

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• Are motivated and create a positive working environment where our values are reinforced.
• Anticipate and respond with agility and resilience to the changing needs of the University and

the communities we serve.

• Seek ways to improve our services to deliver in an efficient and effective way.
• Embrace technology and apply this innovatively to better meet the needs of those we serve.
• Challenge ourselves to reach our potential and help bring out the best in others.
• Understand how what we do contributes to the objectives of the University.

Accountabilities

Teaching and • Prepare and present lectures, tutorials and other classes for

Administration undergraduate and postgraduate students in programmes offered, or

contributed to, by the School of Mathematical & Computational

Sciences.

• Develop curricula for courses in CSIT as required and directed by the

Group Leader, including for distance education and online learning if

required.

• Utilise, introduce and develop modern teaching methods, including

electronic/digital tools, with the purpose to demonstrably enhance

students’ learning experiences and outcomes.

• Assist in supervising the professional projects or research activities of

postgraduate students.

• Collaborate with staff in other academic units to ensure that CSIT service

courses are both relevant and of high quality.

Research • Undertake an active, appropriate and viable personal research
programme and/or participate in team-based research.

• Collaborate with Massey researchers working in other subject areas.

• Publish papers and other scholarly works in academic journals and books

and through other media.

• Present research at national and international meetings and act as a

discussant at academic conferences.

• Seek both internal and external funding for research.
  

Service to the
Community • Participate in community service activities that further advance the

profession or field and which are consistent with the University’s Charter
and Strategic Plan

Service to the • Carry out administrative responsibilities and participate in such
University committees as requested by the Head of School.

• Observe the principles of professional conduct and service towards

students, academic and allied staff colleagues and the general public.

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• Ensure the observance of University policy and codes of practice in all

teaching, research, community service and administrative practices.

• Adhere to the rules and regulations of the University and comply with

the university’s obligation under the University’s Charter regarding equal

employment and the Treaty of Waitangi.

• Any other relevant duties as requested by the Head of School.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications: A relevant PhD and demonstrated teaching and research practice

Experience:

• Strong Computer Science and programming background.

• Previous experience with delivering courses at university level.

• Experience in research and publication of scholarly articles.

Capabilities - Behaviour

Communication • Conduct discussions in a respectful manner, which is sincere and fully

Essential expressed.

• Develop a clear, complete understanding of needs and problems

through careful listening, probing, reflecting, and summarising.

• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate effectively with

students, fellow staff and others.

General • An energetic and engaging personality able to motivate and inspire.

Essential • Commitment to excellence in teaching and research and on-going
professional development

• Outgoing personality, with enthusiasm and the ability to motivate

students

• Ability to adapt to new work environments for teaching and research

• Sound time management skills

• Contribute to, and enjoy working in, a team environment
  

Capabilities - Technical

Teaching • Proven practical skills in knowledge creation and transfer

Essential or • Previous experience in teaching at a university level

Desirable • Previous experience in teaching online (desirable)

• Previous experience of teaching international students (desirable)

Software • A competent working knowledge of computers and software packages

Essential or • Ability to adapt to new software systems

Desirable • Advanced knowledge in at least one programming language such as
C++, Java or Python

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Pre-employment checks

Essential • Requirement to pass a Qualifications Validation Check

• Requirement to pass a Criminal and Traffic Convictions (Security) Check

performed by the Ministry of Justice.

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