Lecturer (College of Business and Economics: School of Management: Department of Finance and Investment Management)
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
“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.
Job Specification
The University of Johannesburg is actively recruiting for a Lecturer in the Department of Finance and Investment Management to join the Investment Management stream. The Department of Finance and Investment Management is a dynamic department offering a variety of qualifications at undergraduate and postgraduate level. The Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and the Bachelor of Commerce in Investment Management (Honours), offered by the Department of Finance and Investment Management, are affiliated with the CFA Institute. The College of Business and Economics is also affiliated with the CAIA association through the programmes offered by the Department of Finance and Investment Management.
Currently the focus of the Investment Management stream, which the successful candidate will join, is purely Investment Management. However, as there is a shift towards 4IR and the use of ‘big data’ and machine learning, which impacts the way in which investment management decisions are made, the successful candidate will need exposure to software such as Python. In addition, to avail ourselves of the many synergies that exist between the Investment Management and Quantitative Finance streams, the successful candidate will also require a background in Maths.
Responsibilities:
The incumbent will be expected to:
- Lecture at undergraduate and postgraduate level in the Investment Management discipline with special reference to Equity asset valuation, Fixed-income analysis, Alternative investments and Derivatives instruments and markets and Portfolio Management.
- Conduct research in the field of investment and finance related topics and regularly publish in accredited academic journals.
- Participate in identified community outreach projects.
- Perform administrative duties as instructed by the HOD or Programme Leader.
- Supervise both Honours and Masters students.
- Participate in mentorship programmes, in particular, relating to the CFA Research Challenge.
- A commitment to pursue further studies towards a PhD.
Minimum requirements
- A Master's Degree (NQF 9) in a Finance or Investment Management related field.
- Working knowledge of advanced Finance Software including Python, Eviews, VBA, Bloomberg/Reuters, Refinitiv, IRESS.
- Previous lecturing experience in the relevant subject disciplines.
- An understanding and interest in financial modelling to be applied to the development of trading and investment strategies both in practice and to further curriculum development and research within the Department of Finance and Investment Management.
Recommendations:
- Must be able to interact and mange external stakeholder relationships.
- Industry and practical experience in the relevant subject disciplines.
- Proven ability to conduct research.
- Research experience in relevant subject disciplines.
- CFA® charterholder.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Good time management skills.
- Good planning and organising skills.
- Good Interpersonal skills.
- Good listening skills.
- Good conflict management skills.
- Self-driven and a lifelong learner.
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Mrs. Antoinette Kanfer (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 2548
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mrs. Antoinette Kanfer (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 2548
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.