Senior Lecturer P000795 (Re-advert)
Listing reference: nwu_001783
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 20 June 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Others: Education and Training
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURL SCIENCES SCHOOL OF PYSHICALAND CHEMICAL SCIENCES POSITION NUMBER: P000795 VACANCY: SENIOR LECTURER PEROMNES GRADE: A7 EMPLOYMENT TYPE:PERMANENT PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Teaching and Learning and Research duties in the Biochemistry department.
Job description
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Advanced knowledge of general biochemistry and human-related molecular
· Proven competency in basic molecular and techniques such as western plotting
· Experience with advanced molecular biology techniques, specifically CRISPR/Cas9 and siRNA techniques
· Ability to lecture introductory and advanced biochmisrty on a tertiary level with a specific inclination towards teaching molecular biology.
· Capacity to learn various teaching philosophies and the ability to flawlessly adapt teaching and learning approaches when required.
· Excellent computer skills for teaching and learning, administration and research dissemination
· Language proficient in a multi-lingual environment
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Ability to effectively work independently and in a team.
· Ability to function under pressure.
· Natural innovator who strives for “best practice” in both teaching and research.
· Willing to conform to the research focus of the Focus Area for Human Metabolomics.
· Willing to take on administrative and leadership duties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Teaching and Learning
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Research
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Community Engagement
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Management
Minimum requirements
• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology.
• A minimum of 5 years’ Teaching and Learning experience.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in post-graduate supervision and training.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as active researcher (evident by progressing H-index or NRF rating).
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: Dr Prof Cobus Kriek: 018-299-2345
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Mpumi Mqina: 018 285 2009
CLOSING DATE: 20 June 2023
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 tocandidates 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.
