Te Kaupeka Oranga | Faculty of Health and Nurse Maude

Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

• Continuing (permanent) position

• Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | The University of Canterbury and Nurse Maude invite applications for a continuing joint appointment at the level of Associate Professor or Professor. Nurse Maude and UC are prominent and well-established organisations in Te Wai Pounamu (South Island - New Zealand), and this co-funded partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing nursing as an academic discipline. By combining UC's strengths in research and education with Nurse Maude's longstanding expertise in high-quality community healthcare, this role creates a vital bridge between academic scholarship and clinical practice.

This senior academic position has a substantial research focused component offering a unique opportunity to provide strategic research leadership and academic stewardship across two collegial, high-performing, and future-focused organisations. It reflects a joint commitment to advancing community-based healthcare, education, and research excellence in nursing. The Professorial Chair in Community Nursing/Nursing will engage with both UC and Nurse Maude, to lead initiatives that enhance research, education, and clinical practice, positioning both organisations at the forefront of innovation and evidence-informed nursing.

The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening the research profile of both the Faculty and Nurse Maude by driving a clear and ambitious research agenda aligned with local, national, and international priorities. They will bring a sustained record of research excellence, demonstrated through high-quality publications, success in securing external research funding, and the ability to lead high-performing multidisciplinary research teams. Experience translating research into clinical practice and broader impact will be essential.

In addition to research leadership, the successful candidate will contribute to teaching and course development and take an active role in academic leadership through participation in Faculty and University committees. The role also involves fostering a collegial and inclusive research environment by mentoring nursing researchers across both organisations and supporting initiatives that strengthen the nursing community. The candidate will build strong relationships within UC, Nurse Maude, and beyond, while developing local, national, and international partnerships. More broadly, you will support strategic objectives by enhancing research reputation, strengthening industry engagement, and securing external funding.

This appointment represents a significant opportunity for an accomplished academic leader to shape the future of nursing research, education, and practice and to contribute meaningfully to institutional, national, and global health priorities.

Mōu | Who You Are

We are seeking an established academic leader with a PhD in Nursing, Health or a related field. As the Nurse Maude Professor of Nursing you will lead a research programme aligned with shared strategic priorities developed in partnership with Nurse Maude and UC. The role includes conducting and publishing high-quality research, securing external research funding, and strengthening research capability through supervision and mentoring of staff across both organisations. The Professor will also actively engage clinical staff, organisational partners, and the wider community in research and its dissemination, supporting continuous learning and the advancement of best practice.

You will bring:

• Recognised expertise in nursing, with a strong commitment to advancing evidence-informed practice and improving health outcomes within community nursing contexts.

• A distinguished record of leading innovative, impactful research programmes, demonstrated by high-quality publications and sustained success in securing competitive external research funding

• Proven ability to build, lead, and inspire multidisciplinary research teams, and to mentor academic and clinical colleagues to develop research capability

• Extensive experience supervising postgraduate research students to completion, with a commitment to developing the next generation of nursing researchers

• An established national and/or international reputation, evidenced by leadership, collaboration, and influence within your discipline

• Demonstrated leadership in the design, coordination, and delivery of high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in nursing

• Strong, well-developed networks across healthcare, industry, government and academic sectors, with the ability to build partnerships that support research translation and impact

• A commitment to inclusive teaching practices and reflective professional development.

• A strong track record of engaging with multiple stakeholder groups to advance community nursing practice

• Active commitment to upholding the values, tikanga (protocols and processes), kawa (rules) of cultural practice and traditions as guided by mana whenua, Ngāi Tūāhuriri, and valuing te reo Māori

For more information on our Faculty please visit us here.

Nurse Maude is a leading provider of community-based healthcare services in Aotearoa me te Waipounamu, New Zealand, with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality, person-centred care across Te Wai Pounamu.

For more information about Nurse Maude, please visit us here.

Within this role, the successful candidate will engage with both Nurse Maude and UC to inform their research programme and enable alignment between the strategic objectives of each organisation.

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC

Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora - Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.

For more information on our Benefits, please visit https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus/benefits/

This role sits within the Academic Staff, Associated Staff and Academic Support Staff Collective Agreement and the following salary scale applies: Associate Professor $155,592 - $167,718 p.a., Professor $178,257 - $224,115 p.a.

The closing date for this position is: 22 November 2026 (midnight NZ time)

Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers website.

We do not accept applications by email, however, we are happy to answer any queries at [email protected]

For further information specifically about the role, please contact Laurie McLay: [email protected]

For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand.

To apply for this job, please click here or go to our job site and enter the job code 33737HL

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa's prestigious School of Nursing is seeking a positive, high energy Associate Professor who will lead their team by being present and working with a clear sense of purpose.

This role will bring expertise in primary and community healthcare, mental health, medical and surgical nursing, and strong engagement with the health sector.

This role is integral to the leadership and delivery of the pre-registration nursing programmes, especially the Bachelor of Nursing, including the preparation and delivery of professional and clinical practice courses for face-to-face delivery. The position also provides distance teaching and academic support across all School of Nursing programmes.

Wellington hosts the University's largest undergraduate nursing cohort, requiring strong clinical leadership and effective stakeholder engagement to secure and maintain high-quality clinical placement opportunities within a competitive environment.

As a senior academic and clinical leader, the Associate Professor will play a key role in fostering partnerships with healthcare providers, contributing to nursing and health research, and supporting the ongoing development and quality of nursing education and professional practice.

This role offers a unique opportunity to provide exceptional leadership in nursing education and research at one of Aotearoa New Zealand's top nursing schools.

The position is an ongoing full-time position based on our Wellington campus and commences in January 2027.

Te Whiwhinga mahi - The opportunity

Visible and Purposeful Leadership

Provide positive, energetic and present leadership, working with a clear sense of purpose and strengthening the School of Nursing team.

Excellence in Nursing Education

Lead and contribute to high-quality nursing education across all nursing programmes, including face-to-face and distance teaching.

Clinical and Professional Practice

Provide senior clinical leadership across primary and community healthcare, mental health, and medical and surgical nursing, with responsibility for professional practice education.

Health Sector Engagement and Partnerships

Build and sustain strong relationships with healthcare providers and key stakeholders, strengthening the School's engagement and profile across the health sector.

Research and Scholarship

Provide leadership in nursing and health research, contribute to a strong research culture mentoring junior staff, and lead and contribute to research funding that aligns with the School's research programme.

This position falls within a salary range of Associate Professor Range $142,607 to $166,584 (NZD) and the amount determined will take into account the candidate's qualifications and experience.

The employment setting will involve working with people across the lifespan and applicants will be required to comply with the requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and the Vulnerable Children (Requirements for Safety Checks of Children's Workers) Regulations 2015.

Ko koe tēnei - About you

• Registered Nurse with a current annual practicing certificate (APC).

• A PhD or equivalent in nursing or a related field.

• Clinical experience and cultural competence in nursing and education contexts.

• Leadership in curriculum development of nursing programmes that have successful outcomes, including for equity groups.

• Ability to apply blended teaching approaches including online technologies.

• Excellent communication in inter-disciplinary teams.

• Demonstrated engagement to form relationships with nurse leaders, Iwi partners, Pacific providers, and external stakeholders.

• Knowledge of Te Ao Māori, mātauranga Māori, tikanga and cultural safety and expertise in developing curriculum.

• Ability to lead and contribute to research projects using a range of methodologies.

• Ability to supervise doctoral students in mixed methods; an advantage is knowledge of indigenous methodologies.

• Publications in international journals in nursing or health-related fields.

• Governance experience in health committees or organisations.

Why Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa?

Massey University is an innovative leader committed to "Shaping the Nation." Enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for professional growth and development in a Te Tiriti led organization.

Ngā painga - The benefits

• Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme.

• Five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave.

• Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family.

• Special staff rates available for campus gym membership.

• Staff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across NZ.

• Comprehensive professional development and training programmes.

• Staff fee concession for study with Massey and 30% discount on fees for immediate family of staff undertaking undergraduate study (conditions apply).

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Enquiries of an academic nature should be addressed to: Professor Nicolette Sheridan, Head of School of Nursing.

[email protected]

Please do not email Professor Nicolette Sheridan your CV and cover letter. Applications need to be made online through our Massey Careers job board.

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We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.