Lecturer (Faculty of Science: Department of Geology)
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.
- Be able to lecture and teach at undergraduate and postgraduate (Honours) levels.
- Be able to prepare and deliver undergraduate practical laboratory sessions.
- Be able to design, execute and evaluate assessments.
- Be prepared to travel between campuses should the need arise.
- Undertake research, and present and publish the results.
- Secure and manage internal and external research funds.
- Supervise postgraduate students.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and productive research and play a leading role in teaching innovation.
- Execute general academic and administrative duties which are required within the Department of Geology or the Faculty of Science.
- Be actively involved and perform any other tasks or activities which fall within the general functioning of the department, assistance in general equipment and facilities operations.
- Must be actively involved in core activities of the department such as academic administration, research, short-course development, marketing, and community projects.
Minimum requirements
- An MSc in Geology or related field.
- Excellent verbal and communication skills in English.
- Experience in lecturing metamorphic geology in undergraduate and postgraduate programs
- Experience with field work in metamorphic terranes
- Experience in the use of specialised software for modelling of phase equilibria such as Thermocalc, Perplex or MAGEMin
- Experience in working with student assistants, laboratory demonstrators and tutors.
- Experience in administrative and laboratory organisation.
- Experience with Moodle (or related learning management system) and blended learning.
- Valid driver’s license.
- A PhD degree in Geology, or in final stages of submission.
- Postgraduate supervisory and teaching experience.
- Evidence of scientific article(s) in accredited subject-related journal(s).
- Strong interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to function under pressure.
- Good planning and organisational skills
- Computer literacy skills.
- Strong commitment to good teaching and research.
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.
