LECTURER M000286
Listing reference: nwu_000795
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 17 June 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 MAFIKENG
FACULTY/ DIVISION: FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL: AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
POSITION NAME: LECTURER
POSITION NUMBER: M000286
VACANCY: 1
PEROMNES GRADE: A8
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Teaching of undergraduate Soil science modules and the supervision of undergraduate students’ research projects in soil science.
Job description
1. Teaching of Soil Science modules
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
3. Build on existing and/or initiate strong relationship with communities (including farmers’ groups, science councils etc.) by providing advisory services or conducting research that project the image of the University.
4. Involved in management aspects related to an academic programme and/or research group
Minimum requirements
• MSC in Agriculture specialising in Soil Sciences is essential (NQF 9)
• PhD specialising in soil sciences is desirable (NQF 10)
• Registration with the SACNASP (Soil Science) is essential
• Memberships with the Soil Science Society of South Africa and International Professional organization is desirable
EXPERIENCE:
• 1-5 years’ experience in Teaching Soil Science is desirable
• 1-5 years’ experience in Research in Soil Science and Postgraduate students’ supervision is desirable
• 1-5 years Community Engagement experience is desirable
• 1-5 years academic management is desirable
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 undergraduate 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.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• Demonstrate strong ability to attract research funding and supported by documentary evidence
• Ability to work 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 018-389-2741
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Innocentia Mphuthu 018 389 2457
CLOSING DATE: 17 June 2022
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 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.
