37.2841, Jobs: English based; English; Applied Linguistics: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics (TESOL), University of Otago

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Date: 08-Sep-2026
From: David Ciccoricco [dave.ciccoricco at otago.ac.nz]
Subject: English based; English; Applied Linguistics: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics (TESOL), University of Otago


Job Location: Dunedin, New Zealand
Web Address: https://www.otago.ac.nz
Job Title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics (TESOL)
Job Rank: Lecturer, Senior Lecturer
Salary: $97,377 to $137,444 NZD per annum

Minimum Education: The successful candidate is expected to hold a PhD
degree in Applied Linguistics/ TESOL.

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics

Specialty Language(s): English (eng, stan1293)
                       English based

Other Specialties: TESOL
Description:
Te Reo Inarihi me te Mātai Wetereo - English and Linguistics Programme
Te Pae Takata - School of Arts
Founded in 1869, the University of Otago is the oldest University in
New Zealand. We like to think of the English and Linguistics
Programme, however, as both the oldest and the newest with regard to
the range of our teaching and research, with offerings from Medieval
literature through to narrative fiction and poetry in digital media.
We have creative writing offerings at all undergraduate levels, with
papers the engage with fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, travel
writing, and creative writing for videogames and interactive media.
Mō mātou - About us:
Te mahi - The role:
The English and Linguistics Programme is inviting applications for a
Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer position in Applied Linguistics/ TESOL. This
position involves a combination of teaching, research, publication,
and service.
The role will be informed by Te Tiriti o Waitangi and an engagement
with te reo, tikanga, and te aoMāori. The successful candidate will
have knowledge and expertise in sociolinguistics and language
education, including bilingualism and multilingualism, multilingual
education, language-in-education policy, and TESOL curriculum and
pedagogies that support linguistically diverse learners. They will
have confidence and competency teaching in diverse cultural
environments. Applicants with Aotearoa New Zealand teacher
registration are strongly preferred.
The successful candidate will coordinate, teach, and/or co-teach a
range of our linguistics and TESOL undergraduate and postgraduate
papers from 100- to 500-level. You will take a foundational role in
building and supporting the Master of TESOL postgraduate qualification
in coordination with the TESOL Coordinator.
They will supervise research at Honours, MA, and PhD levels, while
developing and maintaining a strong research profile of their own.
They will seek external research funding, fulfill administrative
roles, and undertake professional service activities that contribute
to the overall effectiveness and standing of the programme, including
community outreach through partnerships with schools and initiatives
that support teacher professional learning.
Kā pūkeke me kā wheako - Skills and Experience:
The successful candidate is expected to hold a PhD degree in Applied
Linguistics/ TESOL.
You will also have a proven track record of publications in Applied
Linguistics/ TESOL, and the ability to teach across a wide range of
undergraduate and postgraduate linguistics and TESOL papers and
supervise postgraduate research.
Ideal candidates will also possess the following skills and
experience:
- A commitment to being a productive collaborator with a track record
of working collegially.
- An excellent research and publication profile.
- Demonstrated experience and ability in delivering high-quality
teaching.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting the professional learning and
development of pre-service and in-service language teachers,
preferably within Aotearoa New Zealand.
- A commitment to fostering collaborative teaching and research
relationships with Māori and/or Pasifika communities, and demonstrated
multi-cultural competence in teaching.
- A commitment to a curriculum that includes gender-diverse, racially
diverse, and neuro-diverse authors and topics in their teaching.
Pūroko - Further Information:
This is a permanent, full-time position, based in Ōtepoti Dunedin, and
is available from February 2027.
The appointment ranges for this role are:
- Lecturer - $97,377 to $114,943 per annum.
- Senior Lecturer - $120,494 to $137,444 per annum.
Appointment level will be determined by the candidate's academic
achievements, skills, and experience.
Tono - Application:
Candidates are required to submit the following:
- A CV, including education and employment history.
- A letter of application outlining how you fit the role (max. 2
pages).
- 3-4 referee contact details, including telephone number and email
address.
To submit your application, please click the apply button below.
Applications quoting reference number 2601257 will close on 11:59pm
(NZST) on Sunday, 4 October 2026.
Application Information:
To view all current vacancies and to apply online go to:
www.otago.ac.nz/jobs
Equal opportunity in employment is University policy. E tautoko ana
Otakou Whakaihu Waka i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.

Application Deadline: 04-Oct-2026
Mailing Address for Applications:
        Please apply online
        New Zealand
Email Address for Applications: dave.ciccoricco at otago.ac.nz
Web Address for Applications:
https://otago.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2601257
Contact Information:
        Sian
        Email: sian.phillips at haines.co.nz
        Phone: 0221720857



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