Associate Professor/Professor (Faculty of Health Sciences: Human Anatomy & Physiology) (AI & Health)
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
The Council of the University of Johannesburg has declared the University as a mandatory vaccination site as per the applicable policy ((https://www.uj.ac.za/covid-19/). All applications and offers of employment is dependent upon compliance with the said policy.
- Produce accredited research outputs in multidisciplinary research aligned to 4IR, with emphasis on citation and impact of their research and innovation and publishing in high impact journals
- To engage in and provide leadership for national research projects including national collaboration,
- To seek international research collaboration,
- Apply for external research project funding.
- Play a leading role in academic development initiatives within the Faculty of Health Sciences,
- Assist domains within the faculty in teaching and learning as well as research and innovation,
- Provide leadership in the AI & Health strategy within and outside of the University of Johannesburg,
- Enhance scholarship within the within the Faculty of Health Sciences through the engagement of industry and relevant professional sectors.
Minimum requirements
- A Doctoral Degree in Computer Science (with AI application in healthcare) or equivalent.
- A minimum of five years of lecturing experience at a tertiary institution.
- Experience with program leadership, governance, and change enablement
- A proven research record of published articles in DOE accredited journals.
- Proven track record of postgraduate supervision.
- Proven track record as an external examiner for postgraduate research.
- Be a NRF rated Researcher (National Research Foundation (NRF)), if in the South African university system or equivalent
- A minimum of five years’ experience in applying AI to practical and comprehensive technology solutions (with proven track record of application in Health Sciences)
- Attracts national and international funding for research activities.
- Evidence of recognition as an established academic leader.
- Exceptional organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
- A proven record of academic administration at a tertiary institution.
- An excellent command of the field of AI & Health and cognate fields with its latest knowledge and trends.
- Ability to facilitate learning through blended and technologically-based teaching methods.
- Excellent computer literacy skills.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Be a team player, able to work well independently and be available to assist in mentoring staff and students in research.
- Ability to function in a diverse working environment.
- Enthusiasm for research and research supervision.
- Excellent organisation and administration skills.
- Ability to function in a diverse working environment,
- Ability to function independently as well as in a team,
- Effective communication skills and relationship management skills,
- Good time management skills and the ability to perform under pressure.
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.
