Lecturer: New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) (Faculty of Education: Department of Science & Technology Education)
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.
- Register for the PhD degree, if not already held and obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
- Establish a research niche in the centre and participate in research activities leading to publication of articles in internationally peer-reviewed/accredited journals.
- Be actively involved in the community engagement activities of the centre.
- Supervise postgraduate students.
- Obtain research funding from external funding bodies, national and international funding agencies, and industry.
- Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Prepare/design and mark assignments, tests, and exams.
- Be prepared to travel between campuses should the need arise.
- Attend centre, departmental and faculty meetings.
- Drive the Global Excellence and Stature (GES) objectives of the University of Johannesburg.
Minimum requirements
- A Master’s qualification related to any discipline/s of STEAM or STEAM education with an average pass mark of 70%.
- A candidate with a PhD in the required field must have obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
- Excellent skills in one or more advanced learning technologies (virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics and coding).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to self-manage own research group.
- Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
- Evidence of professional development.
- Evidence of relevant research capacity.
- Holding a PhD or a PhD candidate.
- Research track record in advanced learning technologies in STEAM education.
- Published articles in accredited journals.
- Teaching experience.
- A track record of post-graduate research supervision.
- Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.
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.
