PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Teach the undergraduate and honours modules.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Teaching and Learning:

• Undergraduate and honours Chemistry modules.

2.     Research:

• Lead research and supervise students at the master's and doctoral levels.

3.     Community Engagement:

• Contribute to community engagement and support departmental administrative functions.

4.     OHS:

• Adhere to OHS protocols.

5.     Administration:

• Perform other duties assigned by the line manager.

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Physical or Analytical Chemistry.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ lecturing experience.
• Post-graduate supervision and training experience.

RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

Membership with the South African Chemical Institute.

At least 1 publication in a peer-reviewed journal.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Effective lecturing of undergraduate and post-graduate Physical or Analytical Chemistry theory courses at university level.
• Lead research and supervise students at master’s and doctoral levels.
• The ability to run specialised equipment in the Chemistry research laboratory.
• The ability to carefully analyse data and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
• Participate in community and Industry projects.
• Excellent computer skills for teaching and learning, and administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Good time management.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Commitment to collegiality.
• Ability to function as part of the team and in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• An innovator who strives for ‘best practice’ in both teaching and research.

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 Zimbili Zondi, Tel: 018 389 2225

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE: 20 August 2026

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.

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