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Job Opportunities
Last Updated: 23 December 2025
Massey University
Thursday, 12 March 2026

The School of Veterinary Science, Massey University, is seeking applicants for a position in the Pathobiology and Infectious Disease group as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer Veterinary Pathology.

The purpose of this position is to prepare and teach subjects relating to anatomical and/or clinical pathology, enhance the learning and qualification outcomes of Massey University’s students and contribute to the scholarly outputs and standing of the University.
This includes undertaking an effective programme of veterinary teaching, supervising postgraduate students and residents, providing diagnostic pathology services, undertaking research and scholarship, and providing administrative and professional service to the University and the broader academic, professional and general communities.

This is a full-time, permanent position based on the Manawatū campus in Palmerston North.

About you
The required qualifications are as follows:
• Veterinary professional degree, for example BVSc, DVM or VMD, from an AVMA-accredited school or one recognised by the New Zealand Veterinary Council to enable full registration in New Zealand as a veterinarian
• ACVP, ECVP or FANZCVS board certified or board eligible in either anatomic or clinical pathology
• Advanced research degree, for example a PhD

The essential experience required for this position is as follows:
• Experience in diagnostic anatomic or clinical pathology
• Experience in veterinary teaching and postgraduate training in anatomical or clinical pathology is desirable
• Research experience in veterinary pathology is desirable
• Knowledge of New Zealand animal production systems and disease systems is desirable

What’s in it for you? 
At Massey University, we offer:
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Flexible working hours and a strong focus on work-life balance
• Five university holidays per year in addition to annual leave
• A beautiful campus with onsite cafes and gym facilities

The salary for this position will depend on skills and experience but will be in the range of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer ($83,201 - $152,711).

Further enquiries should be directed to Professor Keren Dittmer, School of Veterinary Science, Massey University at Enable JavaScript to view this email address.
Applications close Thursday, 12 March 2026. To apply, click HERE