PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Appointment of a Senior lecturer with expertise in the use of stable isotopes to assess micronutrient bioavailability to strengthen the research outputs and teaching capability of the Centre of Excellence for Nutrition.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching & Learning:

• Teaching at the postgraduate level
• Supervision of postgraduate students
• Develop and update study material.

Research & Innovation:

• Instantiate and conduct research.
• Publish in high-impact and quartile journals.
• Attend congresses and contribute to internationalization.
• Initiate and participate in funding applications.

Academic Leadership:

• Member of national and international societies
• Serves on internal / faculty / institutional committees.

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS):

• Comply with OHS plans and protocols.

Social Responsiveness & Industry Involvement:

• Sharing of expertise.
• Serves on national/international panels/societies.
• Cultural and/or community activities.
• Networking and partnership.

• A doctorate (NQF level 10) in Nutrition.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in human iron bioavailability studies using stable isotopes.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ hands-on laboratory experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

• A minimum of two (2) years’ postgraduate student supervision experience.

FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to conceptualise, plan and execute original research in iron bioavailability using stable isotopes.
• Ability to write successful grant proposals.
• Ability to conceptualise, structure and write scientific research articles and reports.
• Ability to guide, mentor and deliver postgraduate students.
• Ability to think innovatively and analytically in the research and teaching environment.
• Ability to strengthen human capacity development.
• Advanced computer skills that include competence in MS Office, the use of statistical software, email and internet.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Professional and ethical behaviour.
• Adaptability / Agility.
• Collaborative mindset.
• Team-focussed orientation.
• Positive disposition.
• Emotional intelligence.

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 REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                  Prof. Marius Smuts on 018 299 2086

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Melissa Freeman on 018 299 4811

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                      20 October 2024

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.