Research Professor P000493
Listing reference: nwu_001827
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 5 July 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
POSITION NUMBER: P000493
VACANCY: RESEARCH PROFESSOR
PEROMNES GRADE: A5
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To manage research outputs and productivity in line with the NWU strategy for Research and Innovation, provide academic leadership and guidance on post graduate programme development, and joint accountability for the integration of research outputs into Teaching and Learning.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy Development
- Co-determine the Research Plan and joint accountability with Deputy Dean Research and Innovation1 for the implementation thereof
- Jointly accountable for the successful implementation of the NWU Teaching and Learning plan Translate the Research Plan into a campus implementation plan and operationalise.
Research and Innovation
- Drive and manage research productivity, output and quality aligned to the Research Plan.
- Create an enabling research environment and manage resources inclusive of staff, Masters- and Doctorate students, facilities and equipment.
- Collaborate, guide and recommend academic development and capacity building to improve research outputs.
- Participate in post graduate programme development and guide innovation initiatives.
- Joint accountability with Deputy Dean Teaching and Learning1 for planning the operationalisation of the academic offering.
- Joint accountability to drive the integration of research outputs into teaching and learning to enhance.
- professional qualifications and graduate employability
- Manage escalated post graduate queries and co-recruit Masters- and Doctorate students.
- Manage and coordinate research grants and NRF ratings Drive and grow international collaboration.
Research
- Direct and manage financially sustainable research to enable contribution to the financial position of NWU through 3rd stream revenue.
- Manage day-to-day functioning, finances, budget, resources and assets.
- Promote the image of the entity and embark on conscious marketing efforts in respect of research expertise.
- Drive business ventures and maintain sound public and private partnerships to facilitate income driven research contracts and projects.
- Select researchers to participate in programmes and guide capacity building initiatives to maintain research quality Manage the integration and participation of Masters- and Doctorate students in programmes within the entity
Marketing and Funding
- Develop, initiate and guide research proposals for external funding.
- Embark on innovative independent initiatives to obtain funding, facilities and/or equipment to enable research output.
- Promote and consciously market research expertise to enable funding Collaborate and build effective relationships for success model delivery.
Management and Leadership
- Programme and Research effectiveness, joint accountability.
- Stakeholder relationship development and effectiveness.
- Corporate governance conformance, reporting and risk management.
- Cost management and cost-effectiveness.
- Processes and systems design, implementation, effectiveness and efficiency.
- Personal effectiveness, wholeness and development Values-based behaviour leadership and personal compliance
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in Relevant Discipline in Science Education, Mathematics Education and Technology Education.
- 6 Years’ experience as Specialist in relevant industry / professional leadership.
- Membership of and professional registration of appropriate academic and professional bodies.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Significant experience in higher education.
- Thorough knowledge of the RSA Higher Education system.
- Well-developed information and communication technology proficiency.
- Acceptable management accountancy proficiency.
- Acceptable contract development and management proficiency.
- Aptitude in managing the research-innovation value chain
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 Elsa Mentz on 018 299 4780
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Melissa Freeman on 018 299 4811
CLOSING DATE: 5 July 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 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.
