SENIOR LECTURER M000503
Listing reference: nwu_000661
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 26 April 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY MAHIKENG
FACULTY/ DIVISION: FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL: AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
POSITION NAME: SENIOR LECTURER
POSITION NUMBER: M000503
VACANCY: 1
PEROMNES GRADE: A7
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
1. Teaching of soil sciences
Preparation of study guides
Contribute towards the development of new curriculum and/or the review of the existing curriculum
2. Undertake research activities (including on the field) and supervising students research projects in the disciplines of Soil Science.
Publish the findings of research works in accredited and high impact journals
Actively involved in driving research activities at the university research farm and promoting the functionality of the department teaching and research laboratory facilities
Attract funding to support own research activities
3. Build on existing and/or initiate strong relationships with communities (including farmers groups, science councils etc.) by providing advisory services or conducting research that projects the image of the University
4. Involved in management aspects related to an academic programme and/or research group
Minimum requirements
• A PhD in Agricultural science specializing in soil science is essential for this position.
• Registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNSP) is essential for this position
• Being a registered member of the Soil Science Society of South Africa is essential for this position
• Being a member of an International Professional Organization is essential for this position
EXPERIENCE:
• 1-5 years teaching experience in soil science is desirable for this this position
• 1-5 years research in soil science is desirable for this position
• 1-5 years experience in community engagement is desirable for this position
• 1-5 years experience in academic management related to soil sciences is desirable for this position
FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):
• Tertiary teaching experience at undergraduate and post graduate level in soil science. Experience in Crop Science will be a recommendation.
• Supervision of Master and Doctoral students.
• Research in soil sciences specifically in the agricultural environment and proven track records of published articles in accredited and high impact journals.
• Experience in the application of precision agriculture in soil science will be recommended
• Strong ability to use SAS software and any other relevant statistical software packages
• National Research Foundation (NRF) rating will be an added advantage for the Professorial position
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• Demonstrate strong ability to attract research funding and supported by documentary evidence
• Ability to working effectively in a multi-cultural environment
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good inter-personal relationships.
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: Dr L Motsei 018-389-2749
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Innocentia Mphuthi 018-389-2457
CLOSING DATE: 26 April 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 June 2022
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 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.
