Senior Lecturer / Lecturer (Faculty of Art Design & Architecture: Department of Interior Design)
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
- Facilitate teaching and learning in the field of Interior Design at the undergraduate and postgraduate level
- Supervise student research at Honours and Masters level.
- Develop and participate in multidisciplinary and collaborative projects within the department and between departments and faculties.
- Contribute meaningfully towards societal and professional community engagement that add value to the department, faculty and institution profile, in national and international platforms.
- Conduct research and publish accredited research and creative outputs relevant to the field of Interior Design and Interior Architecture on an ongoing basis.
- Execute core activities of the department, such as academic administration, research, short-course development, evaluation of students in industry experience, marketing and community service projects.
Minimum requirements
- Doctoral degree with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture.
- A track record of good teaching abilities at tertiary level in Interior Design and Interior Architecture.
- Advanced knowledge of construction and detailing in interior design and interior architecture, with a strong understanding of materials, methods, and industry standards.
- Digital proficiency with expertise in Revit, AutoCAD and other industry-related software.
- Experience with Masters supervision.
- Accredited research output with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture, or a cognate discipline.
- Master degree with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture, with a commitment to registering for a doctoral qualification.
- Advanced knowledge of construction and detailing in interior design and interior architecture, with a strong understanding of materials, methods, and industry standards.
- Digital proficiency with expertise in Revit, AutoCAD and other industry-related software.
- A defined research trajectory that will result in peer-reviewed publications.
- Mentoring and leadership in academic and student development
- Strong management and organisational skills
- Advanced digital proficiency and computer skills
- Effective facilitation and presentation abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong research, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in academic administration and reporting
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- A defined research trajectory that will result in ongoing contribution of accredited research output
- An NRF rating or a commitment to applying for as an indicator of research standing and scholarly impact
- A track record of good teaching abilities at tertiary level
- Research output with a focus on Interior Design and Interior Architecture
- Studying towards a doctoral qualification
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.
