Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture: Postgraduate School of Architecture)
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
- Teaching and assessing in relevant postgraduate modules, including the joint professional BArch(Hons)/MArch programme, the MArch (DTP), PhD and Advanced Design Research initiatives.
- Contributing to the supervision of postgraduate students in the GSA’s Unit System.
- Leading research efforts in practice-based and creative outputs, especially in the fields of architecture, design realisation (making), history, theory, and practice.
- Developing and expanding the GSA’s national and international profile and partnerships.
- Contributing to the administration, leadership, and strategic initiatives within the GSA.
- Engaging in societal and professional community outreach that enhances the profile of the GSA, the Faculty and university.
- Contributing to ongoing research projects, exhibitions, and other creative outputs.
Minimum requirements
- A relevant doctorate (NQF 10 level) PhD and a sustained track record of teaching and research with a specialised course or programme; or an appropriate professional qualification and significant relevant professional experience at a senior level.
- Extensive experience in professional architectural practice.
- A proven record of research, including peer-reviewed publications, exhibitions, or other creative outputs.
- A demonstrated ability to lead Unit System teaching and engage with both practice-led and design-led research.
- At least three years of tertiary-level teaching experience.
- Expertise in architectural history and theory, with a focus on cultural theory, African, diasporic, or post-colonial architectural practices.
- High level of energy, commitment, and passion for architectural education and research.
- Strong planning, organisational, team-working and administrative skills.
- Excellent communication skills in written, spoken, and academic English.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural and diverse environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work within the collegial atmosphere of the GSA.
- A commitment to transforming architectural pedagogy and practice, particularly in the context of African and diasporic architecture.
- A strong understanding of contemporary and emerging design pedagogies, including research-led practice and teaching.
- Evidence of post graduate supervision, especially at Master’s and ideally at doctoral level.
- Skills in other aspects of the Architecture programme will be considered an advantage.
- An NRF rating or the ability to obtain one in three years will be considered an advantage.
- Registration with South African Council for the Architectural Profession - or in the case of international candidates evidence of equivalent level of registration/licensure.
- Experience or ability to work with the concepts of Decolonization and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
- Familiarity with online learning platforms/ blended learning tools.
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.
If you require technical support / assistance on the UJ e-recruitment website, please contact our service provider PNET on the following contact details: 0861 227337/010 140 3099 or email ujsupport@pnet.co.za.
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.
