Lecturer Theology- School of Humanities, Education & Theology

The Organisation:

Pacific Adventist University (PAU) is owned and operated by the South Pacific Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The institution is accredited to the Adventist Accreditation Association, an international denominational authority for all tertiary and graduate educational programs and institutions owned by the Seventh-day Adventist Church entities. The main campus is located on the pristine Koiari Park, 14 miles outside Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea. The institution was established in 1984. Since then, it has grown from a college of 20 students to a university of over 1000 students from across the Pacific.

The Role:

The Lecturer is responsible for teaching and learning activities at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including the supervision of honours and postgraduate research students. The role involves significant contributions to curriculum and course development, subject coordination, and the performance of administrative responsibilities within the school. The role is also expected to actively engage in scholarly, research, and professional activities, providing leadership in advancing academic excellence, research outcomes, and the overall reputation of the School and University.

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver learning experiences for students in a variety of settings which may include lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical/laboratory classes, demonstrations, workshops, field excursions, and clinical sessions.
• Prepare/organise teaching/learning materials such as subject outlines, lecture notes, laboratory manuals, and audio-visual/multimedia aids.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and quality assurance of subjects and courses.
• Prepare, administer, and mark assessment instruments/tasks in accordance with the procedures outlined in subject outlines and in accordance with University policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain professional competence by participation in scholarly and professional activities such as research and publication, attendance/participation at academic conferences, membership of professional associations, networks with other academics, artistic exhibitions, musical performances, consultancies etc.
• Attend convocation, graduation, staff meetings, and professional development activities; serve on University committees as requested; promote the University; and be conversant with, and follow, University policies and procedures.
• Participate in School activities as requested by the Dean of School. This may include activities outside of normal class hours.
• Meet deadlines relating to the submission of subject outlines, examinations, grades and other essential matters as requested.
• Provide appropriate counsel and guidance to students, commensurate with the lecturer's expertise.
• Participate in selected activities relating to the spiritual, cultural and/or recreational life of students on campus that reflect the lecturer’s interests and/or expertise.
• Promote ethical behavior and Christian growth in both professional and extracurricular involvement with students and colleagues.
• Maintain positive interpersonal relationships with teaching colleagues and other University staff.
• Extend the influence of the University by involvement in the wider community.

About you:

Qualifications:

• A doctoral or master’s qualification appropriate to the relevant discipline area or equivalent accreditation and standing; and
• A record of research/creative works or professional activity relevant to the discipline area, which demonstrates a capacity to make an autonomous contribution.
• The capacity to undertake teaching autonomously at a high standard is essential.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Deliver innovative, engaging, and challenging teaching that maximises student learning and is informed by sound scholarly practice.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to support, develop, and promote high-quality and ethical research.
• Foster a positive workplace culture that balances high performance with a harmonious and constructive environment.
• Promote and model the University's philosophy, mission, values, and objectives through teaching and professional conduct.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to Jesus Christ and the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
• Work effectively and respectfully within diverse and cross-cultural environments.
• Possess the appropriate qualifications, skills, and professional competencies required for the relevant academic rank.

If you feel you are the right person for the role and you meet the minimum requirements above, you may request a ‘Position Description’ and ‘Application Form’ from the Human Resource Department via [email protected] . It is a requirement that ‘application forms are to be completed in full and that all supporting documentation including updated CV and copies of educational qualification be submitted also. As an equal opportunity employer, PAU particularly encourages applications from male applicants.

Application closes on Friday 23rd of October, 2026.

All applications are to be addressed to:

The Human Resources Department

Pacific Adventist University

Private Mail Bag, Boroko, National Capital District

Email: [email protected]