Lecturer Potchefstroom - North-West University - Potchefstroom

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES DIVISION: CENTRE FOR SPACE RESEARCH POSITION NUMBER: P002626 VACANCY: LECTURER PEROMNES GRADE: A8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To provide research and postgraduate teaching duties in the Centre for Space Research (CSR) KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Research and Innovation · Conduct own research and publication and maintain academic scholarship. · Conduct and supervise research projects as required. · Support engaged research in the faculty. Teaching and Learning · Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses as required. · Manage and partake in student communication and support activities. Community Engagement · Participate in community engagement activities. Management · Develop, initiate and drive research proposals for external funding. KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: · Proven track record of successfully applying for postgraduate student bursaries and/or research funding. · Research interest and proven track record of research excellence in one of the research focus areas of the CSR. · Excellent computer skills. · Demonstrable language proficiency. · Knowledge of the higher education landscape. KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: · Sound interpersonal relationship skills. · Excellent communication skills. · Team-oriented and reliable. · Willing to take on administrative and leadership duties. · A Master's degree (NQF Level 9) in Space Physics, Astronomy or related field. · A proven track record of active research excellence. ADDED ADVANTAGES: · A minimum of one (1) year undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience. The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof Amare Abebe Gidelew AbebAmareabebe.Gidelewnwu.ac.za ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Tirhani Baloyi Tirhani.Baloyinwu.ac.za CLOSING DATE: 17 May 2024 PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Apply Now

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