Re-advert 5x Positions: Professor; Associate Professor; Senior Lecturer; Lecturer; Junior Lecturer
Listing reference: nwu_001112
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 15 January 2023
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 OF ENGINEERING
POSITION NUMBERS: P002377, P001609, P000256, P000320, P002289
VACANCY: PROFESSOR; ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR; SENIOR LECTURER; LECTURER; JUNIOR LECTURER
PEROMNES: A5, A6, A7,A8, A9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
At the NWU Faculty of Engineering, we change the world for the better. We do this, first, by educating and developing exceptional engineers who can and want to change the world and, secondly, by finding answers to current and future real-life challenges of our industries and communities, through our cutting-edge as well as applied research. We value our industry, academic and community partners, who enable us to develop relevant, sustainable, multi-disciplinary solutions. Read more about the NWU Faculty of Engineering on http://engineering.nwu.ac.za
Five academic vacancies exist that can be filled on any level, depending on the profile of the preferred candidates. These vacancies occur in the School of Mechanical Engineering, the School of Industrial Engineering and the School of Electrical Electronic and Computer Engineering.
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
(ASSOCIATE) PROFESSOR
- Teaching, Learning and Supervision
Lecture typical engineering modules; supervise final year project, MEng and PhD studies
- Research
Executing own research. Taking lead in existing/ set up new Faculty supported research group.
- Innovation/Commercialisation /Business Development
Ensure the commercial implementation of research results, getting grants
- Management
Involvement in the management of the school/ faculty and possible taking the role of School Director within the next 3 years.
(SENIOR) LECTURER
- Teaching, Learning and Supervision
Lecture typical engineering modules; supervise final year project, MEng and PhD studies
- Research
Participating in a Faculty-supported research group
JUNIOR LECTURER
- Teaching, Learning and Supervision
Lecture typical engineering modules;
- Research
Participating in a Faculty-supported research group as post graduate student
Minimum requirements
PROFESSOR
- An appropriate PhD degree
- At least one degree in Engineering with specialization in either Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronical, Electromechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- A research portfolio that will immediately qualify for NRF-rating
- 10 years appropriate work experience in a higher education context
- Registration as Professional Engineer with Engineering Council of South Africa is desirable
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
- An appropriate PhD degree
- At least one degree in Engineering with specialization in either Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronical, Electromechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- A research portfolio that will qualify for NRF-rating within the next three years
- 7 years appropriate work experience in a higher education context
- Registration/ registrable as Professional Engineer with Engineering Council of South Africa is (desirable)
SENIOR LECTURER
- An appropriate PhD degree
OR an appropriate Masters degree combined with professional registration as engineer
- A research portfolio as can be expected from a senior lecturer
- At least one degree in Engineering with specialization in either Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronical, Electromechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- 3 years appropriate work experience
- Registration/ registrable as Professional Engineer with Engineering Council of South Africa is (desirable)
LECTURER
- An appropriate Masters degree
- At least one degree in Engineering with specialization in either Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronical, Electromechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- Registration/ registrable as Professional Engineer with Engineering Council of South Africa is (desirable)
JUNIOR LECTURER:
- An appropriate BEng degree with specialization in either Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electronical, Electromechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- Registration/ registrable as Professional Engineer with Engineering Council of South Africa is (desirable)
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email and internet
- Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance
- Research methodology and technical writing
- A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing
- Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changing of the learning and collaboration environment
- Effective time-management skills
- Effective communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation
- Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU
- The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group
- Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as ability to be self-driven
- The ability to solve problems independently
- Good planning and organising skills as well as good report writing skills
- A high level of professional and ethical conduct
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Decision-making skills
- Analytical skills
- Confidence
- Self-motivation and
- Critical thinking
- Good interpersonal relationships
- Must be able to interact with undergraduate and postgraduate students
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGADING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:
Appropriate School Director: http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/management/management
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mrs Fadilha Minty 018 299 4993
CLOSING DATE: 15 January 2023
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications may only 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 Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
