[ecrea] Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Media Studies (A140-12XH)

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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Media Studies (A140-12XH)

School of English & Media Studies, College of Humanities & Social Sciences

The appointee will have an ongoing record of research, and experience in 
teaching Media Studies at University level. This position is based at 
the Palmerston North campus.

Location:


Palmerston North

Term of Contract:


Permanent

Salary Package:


Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (view academic salary information)

Closing Date:


15 August 2012

Position Overview

Applications are invited for a full-time, ongoing Lectureship or Senior 
Lectureship (US equivalent Assistant/Associate Professor) in the Media 
Studies programme of the School of English and Media Studies at Massey 
University. The position is based at the Manawatu campus of Massey 
University in Palmerston North, New Zealand.

The Media Studies undergraduate programme at Massey currently includes 
courses in film, television, popular culture, advertising, trauma and 
the media, visual culture, digital and global media, stardom and 
celebrity, independent media, media technologies, gender and race, and 
media screen arts. The graduate programme focuses on media theory and 
research methods, and offers a selection of courses in the above areas.

The programme teaches courses in internal and distance learning modes at 
both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. There is increasing emphasis 
at the University on online delivery, particularly for distance teaching.

Applicants are expected to have a sound background in Media Studies or a 
related discipline, to be able to teach introductory and other 
undergraduate courses, and to provide graduate courses and supervision 
of student research up to PhD level.

The successful applicant will have a PhD either completed or very near 
to completion at the time of application. Experience of University-level 
teaching and academic publication or other evidence of ongoing research 
activity will be expected.

This position is open as to areas of specialisation.

Enquiries about the position should be directed to Ms Irene Van Den Bos, 
School of English and Media Studies, ph 64-6-356 9099 x7311, or 
(i.vandenbos /at/ massey.ac.nz)
Electronic applications are preferred by means of the Massey University 
website. All applications should include a letter of application, a 
current Curriculum Vitae, and the names of three referees (with full 
contact details). These should be submitted before the closing date. The 
University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Job description

Purpose statement

To maintain a high-quality programme of research, develop and deliver 
high-quality teaching and supervision to students, and engage fully in 
service activities within the School, College and University.

Responsible to

Head of School.

Key accountabilities

Teaching/Supervision

1. Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as required.
2. Develop and maintain areas of curriculum appropriate to local needs 
and consistent with international standards.
3. Coordinate and administer papers effectively.
4. Supervise the research activities of undergraduate and postgraduate 
students (including doctoral candidates) as required.
5. Undertake continuing professional development.


Research

1. Undertake an active, appropriate and viable personal research 
programme or participate in team-based research.
2. Publish papers in academic journals and/or larger scholarly work.
3. Present research and act as a discussant at academic conferences.
4. Generate research funding.
5. Maintain a personal PBRF (Performance Based Research Fund) Evidence 
Portfolio.

Service to the Community

1. Participate in community service activities that further advance the 
profession or field and which are consistent with the University’s 
Charter and Strategic Plan.
2. Assist the School to develop an environment which gives effect to the 
obligations of the Treaty of Waitangi.

School, College and University Responsibilities

1. Serve on University, College and/or School committees.
2. Ensure the observance of University policy and codes of practice in 
all teaching, research, community service and administrative practices.
3. Contribute to the development of a School working environment of 
teamwork and cooperation.
4. Assume leadership positions appropriate to level of appointment.

Other duties as directed by the Head of School.

Person specification

Qualifications

PhD (or soon to be completed PhD) in a relevant field.

Experience

Demonstrated teaching and research expertise in appropriate subject areas.
An ongoing programme of high-quality research.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Personal Attributes, Behaviours, Competencies

1. Competence in all areas of professional activity.
2. Strong sense of professionalism.
3. Excellent time management skills.
4. Strong interpersonal skills.
5. Maintains good collegial relationships, and a willingness to engage 
in team-work.
6. Effectively leads tutor-teachers in the delivery of papers where 
required.
7. Can develop papers for internal and distance students alike, and 
deliver them in a variety of modes and platforms, including online.

Additional Pre-employment Checks

Writing sample (long-listed candidates).
Referee check (long-listed candidates).
Qualification check (short-listed candidates).
Previous employment at Massey University check (short-listed candidates).

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