PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The candidate will be responsible for lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate Applied Mathematics modules, and can also be expected to be involved in the development of new modules. Other duties include the supervision of postgraduate students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.       Teaching and learning:

• Presenting undergraduate & postgraduate modules. Development of new modules and updating of study guides.

2.       Research and Innovation:

• Supervision of postgraduate students and the publication of research papers in accredited journals.

3.       Organisational & management tasks:

• Assist with management tasks and also with Mentoring of junior staff members and involvement in university/faculty committees.

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Applied Mathematics with a focus in either PDEs, Numerical Analysis, Dynamical systems, Fractional Calculus or Financial Mathematics.
• A minimum of 6 years’ experience lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Supervision of Masters and PhD students.
• A track record of research publications.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of Latex, Matlab, word & Excel.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Work independently, but also as a team.
• Have good people skills.
• Professional and ethical behaviour.
• Be able to act as a mentor for junior staff.

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 David Kubayi, Tel: 018 299 2529

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

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 10 April 2025

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.