SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR P001664
Listing reference: nwu_000008
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 2 July 2021
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY: NATURAL & AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
POSITION NUMBER: P001664
VACANCY: SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A7/A6
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Purpose of the position: Teaching and Learning; research and consultation services within the Subject Group Statistics.
Job description
Responsibilities:
- Teaching and Learning: Presenting undergraduate and postgraduate Statistics modules; and the development of new modules.
- Research: Publish papers in accredited Mathematical Statistics journals; and work towards obtaining an NRF rating, supervise Ph.D. and Masters students.
- Administration/management: Help with administrative and management tasks within the Subject Group.
- Generating money stream 3 income: Consultation as part of statistical consultation service
Minimum requirements
Minimum requirements:
· Ph.D. in Mathematical Statistics or a closely related field is essential for Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor position.
AND
Senior Lecturer position
o Three (3) years teaching experience in undergraduate and postgraduate modules, OR three (3) years statistical consultation experience.
o Proven research track record which includes publishing at least two papers in accredited journals. Research interests aligned with those of the subject group will be advantageous.
o Proven track record of successfully supervising or co-supervising Master's students.
Associate Professor position
o Eight (8) years teaching experience in undergraduate and postgraduate modules, OR eight (8) years of statistical consultation.
o Proven research track record which includes publishing at least six papers in accredited journals. Research interests aligned with those of the subject group will be advantageous.
o Proven track record of successfully supervising Masters or Ph.D. students.
o Some statistical consultation experience for the position of A/P
Essential Competencies
Functional/Technical competencies (knowledge and skills)
· Ability to present undergraduate and postgraduate statistics modules.
· Act as a group coordinator for modules with multiple groups.
· Ability to handle large undergraduate classes.
· Handle administrative tasks and take on leadership roles within the Subject Group.
· Supervise Masters and Ph.D. Mathematical Statistics students.
· Do independent research in Mathematical Statistics.
· Do statistical consultation as part of statistical consultation services.
· Participate in the money stream 3 endeavours of the Subject Group.
· Communicate well (verbally and in writing).
· Use several statistical computer packages.
Behavioural competencies
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Good interpersonal and people skills.
· Be able to act as a mentor for junior staff.
Professional and ethical behaviour.
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof David Kubayi on 018 299 2529
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Moratuwa Motsemme on 018 299 4958
CLOSING DATE: 2 July 2021
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
