Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer (College of Business & Economics: School of Public Management)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
- Lecturing in Public Management and Governance related modules undergraduate and postgraduate levels, on the Auckland Park campus and Soweto Campus (or any other campus of UJ as might be required).
- Undertaking high impact research in the overarching study fields of Public Management, Governance and Public Policy, as well as development studies and publish extensively in accredited academic journals, including in high-impact journals.
- Participating in research activities of the School.
- Participating in community engagement activities of the School.
- Teaching and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students in the School.
- Developing and maintaining professional and industry partnerships.
- Assisting in the overall management of the department, including by contributing to academic/research administration.
Minimum requirements
- A Doctorate in Public Management and Governance, or relevant related field (on NQF 10 level).
- Five to eight years’ teaching experience at a Higher Education institution and preferably at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Proven excellence in academic study record.
- Proven knowledge and experience in both Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methodologies at postgraduate level.
- A proven research track-record in reputable international journals and conference proceedings.
- Proven track record of supervision at Masters and Doctoral levels (i.e. supervised to completion).
- Practical working experience in public management context will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrable interest in research preferably publications in subsidy earning journals and conference proceedings.
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.
- Proven ability to think critically, analytically and laterally across disciplines and sectors (transdisciplinary).
- Fluent in written and oral English communication.
- A Doctorate in Public Management and Governance, or relevant related field (on NQF 10 level).
- A minimum of four years’ teaching experience at a Higher Education institution and preferably at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Proven excellence in academic study record.
- Proven knowledge and experience in both Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methodologies at postgraduate level.
- A proven research track-record in reputable international journals and conference proceedings.
- Supervision experience at postgraduate level.
- Practical working experience in public management context will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrable interest in research preferably publications in subsidy earning journals and conference proceedings.
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.
- Proven ability to think critically, analytically and laterally across disciplines and sectors (transdisciplinary).
- Fluent in written and oral English communication.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in academic English.
- Good time management skills.
- Good listening skills.
- Good conflict management skills.
- Ability to monitor and coach student performance and provide critical feedback in an objective and professional manner.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with others.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- The ability to publish in high-impact journals.
- The ability to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Research management skills.
- Overall management skills.
- An NRF rating (or equivalent), or the capability of obtaining one within three to five years.
- Experience in online teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Previous exposure to management of portfolios within a higher education environment.
- Evidence of visibility within the academic community.
- Knowledge of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) as it relates to the Higher Education sector in general, and the field of Public Management and Governance.
- Experience in developing modules/short learning programmes for 4IR.
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.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
