PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the position is to create and produce research outputs (peer-reviewed articles, ' 'master's dissertations and PhD theses, conference papers and peer-reviewed chapters/books) through your  research efforts and the efforts of ' 'master's and PhD students by using the best available research methods and techniques in an ethical way to contribute to a well-functioning research entity and competent students and staff members. The incumbent will apply for external funding for research projects and play a vital role in providing expertise (e.g., via workshops, lectures, and consultation – both online and in person) and research-related support to other members of the entity in multidisciplinary research projects across the three campuses of the NWU linked to the research entity.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research:

• Apply for funding in (multidisciplinary) research projects.
• Conducted research and published findings in respected nationaland international journals (IBSS/Scopus/ISI). 
• Supervise ' 'master's and PhD students.
• Initiate and maintain national and international research networks.
• Participate in the evaluation of ethics and research proposals.
• Ensure effective research administration.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the Unit where appropriate.

Teaching and Learning:

• At the research ' 'director's discretion, assist specific schools where the incumbent has the knowledge and expertise with a post-graduate module where requested.

Research Leadership:

• Assist the research director (or entity colleagues) and/or take proactive actions to develop entity members.
• Arrange and present workshops on research methodology and base the workshop on their expertise for various targeted groups, based on current developments within their field.
• To stay up-to-date with new developments in research methodology and the related field.
• Serve on related research/ethics/integrity/management committees as directed by the research director.

Community engagement:

• Work with related schools to promote inclusion and capability, where possible.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD in Industrial Psychology, Business Management, Marketing, Accounting, Statistics (NQF 10)
• A minimum of 5 'years' experience in research and the administration processes.
• A minimum of 5 'years' lecturing experience.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES:

• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
• An NRF-rating for Professor level.
• A minimum of 2 'years' research entity-related administration experience.

KEY FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge and experience related to both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Expert knowledge in a specific field of the Research Entity.
• Demonstrable experience in the supervision of ' 'master's students and PhD students.
• At least 10 peer-reviewed accredited publications in a diversity of journals, with some as first author in Q1-ranked journals (SciMago) and presented 5 international conference papers at reputable conferences in their field.
• Demonstrable computer literacy and competence in the use of software programs for qualitative/quantitative analyses (e.g., JASP, SPSS, MPLUS, R, AMOS, ATLAS.ti)
• Demonstrable research productivity.
• Knowledge and experience in/ research administration
• Demonstrable presentation skills (for conferences, workshops and lecturing), networking skills (national and international levels), analytical skills, skills to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, client and student orientation, and communication skills.
• Experience or the demonstrable ability to successfully apply/obtain for research funding.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• An output and quality orientation.
• Flexibility and conflict management to work with diverse groups.
• Maturity and drive.
• Development of self/others. 
• Continuous learner.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the advertised appointment level and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Prof Crizelle Els on 0182991440

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Mrs Fadilha Minty on 018 299 4993

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 19 February 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.