Professor: Mechanical Engineering Science (Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment)
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
- Teaching, supervise students and conduct research in the areas of materials/structural engineering
- Substantially published articles in accredited, peer reviewed journals
- A well-developed quantitative and/or qualitative methodology skills
- Fulfil leadership roles in the department
- Be involved in community engagement
- Being involved in all departmental academic and administrative activities (e.g. invigilation, participation in departmental and faculty meetings)
Minimum requirements
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related (NQF 10 or equivalent)
- At least five years’ experience in the academic environment.
- Evidence of research outputs (at least 5 units on accredited journals), postgraduate supervision (at least 5 Masters and 1 Doctoral as main supervisor), and presentations at national and international conferences.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal with high level of proficiency in English
- Good oral communication in at least one other language
- Good planning and organisational skills
- Computer literacy including MS Office (MS Word and Excel)
- Relevant experience in a Higher Education institution
- Track record of postgraduate research supervision and publications in the relevant field
- Preferable in the field of thermal/fluid science with expertise in thermal machines, nano heat transfer/fluid flow.
- Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching and learning
- Innovative teaching and research techniques incorporating technology
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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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.
