Associate Professor (College of Business & Economics: Department of Accountancy)
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) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
“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.
The Department of Accounting is a dynamic department aimed at developing accountants and auditors, as well as the future business leaders of industry, locally and globally. We strive to be innovative in cutting edge subject development and research. The Department is actively recruiting for an Associate Professor to join its dynamic team.
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Coordination and/or development of modules and programmes in Auditing.
- Assisting in the implementation of the departmental research strategy performing and encouraging research and fulfilling a mentoring role.
- Supervision of Postgraduate students at Honours, Masters and Doctoral level.
- Lecturing on an undergraduate or postgraduate level.
- Initiating and participating in community engagement projects and activities.
Minimum requirements
- A relevant Doctoral degree (NQF 10) in Accountancy.
- Good track record of research as demonstrated among others by publications and citations in recognised journals and conference proceedings.
- Supervision record at Masters’ and/or Doctoral level.
- Working experience in the Higher Education environment.
- Knowledgeable in the field of Auditing, Governance and Ethics.
- Proven experience in developing societal impact, evidenced by national and global visibility.
- CA (SA) or CIMA
- Computer Literacy.
- Proficiency in English.
- Good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal relationships and a team player.
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Experience with SAICA accredited programmes.
- Multidisciplinary experience
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.
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.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
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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.
