SENIOR LECTURER P000715 - Re advertisement
Listing reference: nwu_002034
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 22 September 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
Contract: Temporary
Remuneration: Market related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY MAHIKENG
FACULTY/ DIVISION: FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
SCHOOL: SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL SCIENCES
POSITION NAME: SENIOR LECTURER
POSITION NUMBER: P000715
VACANCY: 1
PEROMNES GRADE: A7
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Temp
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To lecture undergraduate and honours modules in Physics. Carry out research in one of the Departmental research focus areas: Astrophysics/Space Science/Astronomy.
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching:
- Facilitate and administer the learning process for students in physics modules presented by the North-West University at undergraduate and post-graduate levels.
- Review and design academic curricula.
Research:
- Carry out research and supervise postgraduate students.
- Preference will be given to Stellar Astrophysics/Exo- Planet research.
Community engagement:
- Contribute to community engagement and be involved in the departmental administrative functions.
Minimum requirements
Qualifications:
- PhD in Phyisics/Astronomy/Space Science is essential.
- Registration with the South African Institute of Physics is desirable.
- Membership with the South African Institute of Physics is desirable.
Functional Experience:
- At least 3 years of teaching experience is essential.
- At least 3 publications in peer reviewed with atleast 1 as the first author is essential.
- Participation in local or international conferences is essential.
Functional / Technical Competencies (Knowledge and Skills)
- Effective lecturing of undergraduate and post-graduate physics theory courses at the university level.
- The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
- Ability to work under pressure and against tight deadlines.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Preferably the knowledge to use a telescope
- Good programming skills
Behavioural Competencies:
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
- The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
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 Raphael Mukaro 018 389 2151
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Innocentia Mphuthi 018 389 2457
CLOSING DATE: 22 September 2023
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: ASAP
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.
