PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The incumbent is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the institution, and to carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate level Operations Research and Statistics.
• Research in the area of expertise and publish research in accredited conference proceedings and journals.
• Participate in community engagement activities.
• Serve in professional bodies as a reviewer, editor, other committees etc.
• Course development and curriculum.
• Prepare and conduct student assessments allocated modules.
• Administrative duties related to the department and school’s activities.

SENIOR LECTURER

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Operations Research/Statistics.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ teaching experience plus a minimum of two research publications in accredited journals.
• At least one completed Masters supervision.

LECTURER

• A master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Operations Research/Statistics.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ teaching experience plus a minimum of one research publication in an accredited journal.

ADDED ADVANTAGE

SENIOR LECTURER

• Conference proceedings as well as postgraduate supervision.

LECTURER

• Conference proceedings, publication in an accredited journal as well as postgraduate supervision.

FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge and Skills):

• Ability to teach a variety of Operations Research and Statistics modules.
• Knowledge of Statistical methods and use of Statistical software.
• Ability to mentor and supervise research students at honours, master’s and/or co-supervise at PhD level.
• Ability to conduct basic and applied research in the field of Operations Research and Statistics.
• Assume administration responsibilities in their department.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Communication skills/lecturing and people management skills.
• Interpersonal skills and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work well independently as well as in a team.
• Good time management and ability to work well under pressure.

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. Daniel Metsileng, Tel No: 018 389-2207

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:         Mr. Sello Kgori, Tel No: 018 388-2159

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                           07 June 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.