LLE008 - Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer in Education X2
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LLE008
The Opportunity
The University of the South Pacific (USP) is the premier tertiary institution in the Pacific region and one of only two regional universities globally. Established in 1968, USP is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, international engagement and digital innovation guided by its vision of ‘Shaping Pacific Futures’. USP is jointly owned by 13 member countries: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Naoero, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea. Through this unique regional partnership, the University serves a diverse and geographically dispersed population across more than 33 million square kilometres of the Pacific Ocean. Working at USP offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, multicultural and internationally connected institution at the heart of the Pacific contributing to transformative education, impactful research and regional initiatives that help shape the future of the Pacific communities.
The School
The School of Pacific Arts, Communication and Education (SPACE) houses the disciplines of Literature, Academic English, Pacific Studies, Linguistics, Education and Journalism. SPACE also offers programmes in the vernacular languages of the South Pacific and is host to the Confucius Institute and the Oceania Centre for Arts, Culture and Pacific Studies. SPACE encourages collegiality and is invested in the cultivation of a dynamic scholarly community. It is one of the more research-focused schools in the university.
The Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer in Education will contribute to the teaching, research and strategic development of the School of Pacific Arts Communication and Education (SPACE). The position will primarily teach courses within the Education discipline while also contributing where appropriate to interdisciplinary courses and teaching in related areas such as Linguistics, Communication and Pacific Arts. The successful candidate should therefore demonstrate disciplinary versatility and the ability to work collaboratively across SPACE, responding flexibility to emerging teaching and curriculum needs. The position will also contribute to the School’s research strategy through active engagement in research, scholarly publication, collaboration and external research opportunities.
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- a postgraduate degree (Masters/PhD) in a relevant discipline; or
- in exceptional cases, to meet particular disciplinary requirements in line with international standards, a relevant postgraduate qualification or professional qualification with relevant industry or research experience.
- Other Minimum Qualification Requirements may be stipulated according to particular disciplinary requirements, following international standards.
- a PhD in the relevant discipline with relevant tertiary teaching and/or research experience; or
- in exceptional cases, a Master’s degree or professional qualification with relevant teaching experience or relevant industry/professional experience or a significant research profile.
- Other Minimum Qualification Requirements may be stipulated according to particular disciplinary requirements, following international standards.
For the appointment at Assistant Lecturer Level;
For the appointment at Lecturer Level;
Enquiries and further information: E: myhr@usp.ac.fj, T: 3231000
The position is available for a term of five years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
- Assistant Lecturer - FJ$71,212 to FJ$85,454 per annum
Lecturer – FJ$90,493 – FJ$119,068
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 23 November 2026
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
