Lecturer (Faculty of Science: Department of Botany & Plant Biotechnology)
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
- Establish a research niche in Plant Taxonomy, attract research funding and train post-graduate students.
- Conduct research, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and deliver conference papers.
- Curate the departmental herbarium
- Obtain a PhD in the required field, if not already held.
- Lecture undergraduate and postgraduate students in Botany related subjects, with the emphasis on taxonomy.
- Direct and develop practicals in taxonomy at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Develop course material over time for undergraduate and postgraduate modules required in the Department of Botany and Plant Biotechnology.
- Be actively involved in core activities of the department including, but not limited to, academic administration, researchand funding, short-course development, marketing, and community projects.
Minimum requirements
- MSc specializing in Plant Taxonomy.
- Research track record in Plant Science through conference contributions.
- Proven lecturing track record at the level of lecturer.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
- Written and verbal English communication skills.
- Good planning, organisational and time management skills.
- Computer literacy skills and some experience with the integration of ITC in teaching and learning e.g. Blackboard and Moodle.
- Teaching and motivational skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills that support collaboration with others and working as a team member.
- Analytical thinking.
- PhD degree specializing in Plant Taxonomy.
- Research track record through publications.
- Experience in post-graduate supervision.
- Teaching experience at a Higher Education institution.
- Experience in organizing and managing undergraduate practicals and student assistants or tutors.
- Engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g. teaching evaluation or relevant portfolio.
- Innovative teaching techniques incorporating technology.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to perform research, teaching and administration simultaneously.
- Valid driver’s licence and recent regular driving experience.
- Ability to develop new undergraduate and postgraduate modules
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.
