Lecturer: New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) (Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture: Graduate School of Architecture)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future"
Job description
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- Teach and assess in relevant postgraduate modules, particularly within the joint professional BArch (Hons)/MArch (Prof) programme.
- Supervise student work within the Unit System and/or associated research clusters.
- Contribute to the GSA’s creative and research outputs, including exhibitions, symposia, and publications.
- Participate in the development of innovative and contextually grounded research projects aligned with the GSA’s pedagogical goals.
- Engage actively in the GSA’s public programmes, national and international partnerships, and strategic initiatives.
- Participate in the nGAP mentoring programme, research development plans, and training as required by the SSAUF framework.
Minimum requirements
- A relevant Master’s degree in Architecture or equivalent (NQF level 9) with a minimum of 70% academic performance, as per nGAP requirements.
- Demonstrated academic potential and commitment to pursuing a doctoral degree within the first three years of appointment.
- A candidate with a PhD in the required field must have obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
- Strong design and research portfolio that includes work aligned with transformative, socially engaged, or experimental architectural practice.
- Familiarity with emerging debates in architectural pedagogy, decolonisation, and/or 4IR approaches.
- A high level of motivation, responsibility, and capacity for independent research.
- Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English.
- Commitment to working in a diverse and multicultural academic community.
- Willingness and ability to contribute to the broader institutional and societal goals of transformation in South Africa and beyond.
- At least one year of teaching or tutoring experience in architectural education, preferably in the Unit System
- Experience in unit system/design studio coordination or leadership.
- Registration or eligibility for registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) or equivalent.
- Familiarity with the GSA’s pedagogical model and commitment to its ethos.
- Digital proficiency, including comfort with blended and online learning platforms.
- Evidence of creative or peer-reviewed outputs, including exhibitions or publications
- Structured mentoring and support;
- Reduced teaching load in early years;
- Research development grants.
- Participation in national academic development programmes;
- Permanent employment from the date of appointment, with the expectation of university-funded continuation beyond the six-year DHET support period.
- Applicants must meet all the eligibility criteria set out by the Department of Higher Education and Training.
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
