Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor of Structural Engineering - TimberLecturer/ Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor in Structural Timber Engineering Department of Civil and Natural Resources Engineering Faculty of Engineering University of Canterbury Full-time at 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)Continuing position (i.e. permanent)Au Mahi | What You Will Do Applications are invited for a position in structural timber engineering in the Department of Civil and Natural Resources Engineering. An appointment will be made at the level of Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, or Professor, depending on the successful candidate's relevant experience. This is an exciting opportunity to join our structural engineering team in a strong and dynamic department. Applicants should have a strong background in structural timber engineering, including expertise in the behaviour of timber structures during earthquakes or fires. An interest in sustainable structural engineering will also be useful. The successful applicant will contribute to teaching traditional core structural undergraduate courses and developing new courses at the postgraduate level. The successful applicant will develop a strong, externally-funded research programme and be expected to collaborate with other academics in the Department's teaching and research activities, complementing the current research activities of the Department in structural engineering. The appointee will be expected to develop links with and contribute to the wider engineering profession at local, national and international levels. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. and have a demonstrated record of relevant published research in internationally recognised journals of the highest quality. The successful candidate will have a commitment to excellence in teaching of core courses in structural timber engineering at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, delivering effective teaching methods that enable a wide range of learners to succeed. The appointee will also demonstrate a background, where appropriate given their experience, in supervising undergraduate projects, Masters and Ph.D. students, an ability to collaborate with others in the University, and interest in contributing to Departmental, College, and University activities. Practical design office experience will be an advantage. The role of the Department of Civil and Natural Resources Engineering (CNRE) is to remain at the forefront of research and technology and preserve our strong international reputation for high-quality teaching. The successful appointee will have access to a range of research facilities (with technical staff) and expertise in related disciplines. The Faculty of Engineering has just completed a $163 million investment of its engineering specialist laboratory wings and main teaching spaces. Staff and students now have access to some of the best modern facilities and technologies for research and teaching in the southern hemisphere. Every area has been designed with the principles of research collaboration and highly flexible learning. Civil and Natural Resources at UC is rated in the top 1 per cent of civil engineering schools in the world. A qualification from us is recognised globally and opens doors to employment on premier projects all over the world. For more information about our department and team, please visit our website . Based in Otautahi Christchurch, Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury stands for whanaungatanga - we value people and their differences, manaakitanga - we extend care and empower others, and tiakitanga - we will enhance and nurture our resources. The University of Canterbury is committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world. The University of Canterbury is a leading University in New Zealand, with over 15,000 students across five colleges. We are located in Christchurch - the gateway to the South Island of New Zealand with easy access to the Southern Alps and renowned skiing, hiking, fishing, whale watching, mountain biking and other outdoor destinations and facilities to support a work-life-balance lifestyle. We offer a range of fantastic benefits, including flexible work practices, study opportunities and generous superannuation and leave provisions. For more information, please visit us; The salary ranges for this position are: Lecturer $89,645 - $108,144 p.a. , Senior Lecturer $113,826 - $142,591 p.a. , Associate Professor $148,098 - $159,640 p.a. , Professor $169,672 - $213,321 p.a. Applications close for first consideration on 28 January 2024 (Midnight, NZ time), however this position will remain open until filled. Please note, the University of Canterbury will be closed from the 22/12/23 - 2/01/24. During this period, we will be unable to respond to queries regarding this role. We will follow up with you at our earliest convince once we return. Apply Applications for this position must be submitted online through our careers website, and should include: a 'cover letter', including a 2-3 page statement outlining the applicant's research interests and goals, teaching philosophy, and thoughts on how to expand the expertise within the current Structural engineering group and contribute to the success of the Structural and Architecture team in the Department, anda 'curriculum vitae', which includes a list of relevant research publications and the contact details of three referees.Unfortunately, we do not accept applications by email; however, we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process. Please forward these to ****** #J-18808-Ljbffr
