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”. “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. For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO The Department of Chemical Sciences is an academic unit within the Faculty of Science. The core functions of the department are teaching, training, and research. The department is situated on both the APK Campus in Auckland Park, and the DFC campus in Johannesburg. Responsibilities: Be actively involved in core activities of the department such as teaching, research, academic administration, short-course development, marketing, and community projects. Assume responsibility to teach modules (theory and/or practical) enlisted for the Chemistry undergraduate programme in the Department. The incumbent will also be expected to participate in curriculum development and teach modules in postgraduate programmes. Annually publish peer-reviewed papers in accredited scientific and/or academic journals, and deliver papers at national and international conferences, commensurate with the level of appointment. Actively supervise postgraduate students. Obtain research funding from external funding bodies. Perform administrative and ad hoc duties as required by the Department. For Senior Lecturer: PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent discipline. Must have teaching experience at undergraduate level with a strong commitment to excellent research, teaching and learning in higher education. The candidate must be able to teach general chemistry and inorganic chemistry at undergraduate levels. Proven research excellence in catalysis (homogeneous and/or heterogenous) demonstrated by sustained, significant, high-quality research outputs in ISI accredited journals. Evidence of successful or ongoing community engagement and interfacing with industry research-wise would be beneficial. Sound communication skills in English, including the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to students, peers, and present research findings as conferences. Experience in securing external research funding and managing research projects. For Lecturer: MSc in chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent discipline. Must have teaching experience at undergraduate level with a strong commitment to excellent research, teaching and learning in higher education. The candidate must be able to teach general chemistry and inorganic chemistry at undergraduate levels. Proven research excellence in catalysis (homogeneous and/or heterogeneous) demonstrated by sustained significant, high-quality research outputs in ISI accredited journals. Evidence of successful or ongoing community engagement and interfacing with industry research-wise would be beneficial. Sound communication skills in English, including the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to students, peers, and present research findings at conferences. Experience in securing external research funding and managing research projects. Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Excellent written and verbal English communications skills. Excellent teaching skills. Good planning and organizational skills Ability to apply relevant skills in addressing chemistry problems. Ability to write successful grant proposals to secure research funding from external sources. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Ability to self-manage own research group. Strong interpersonal relationships as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues. Recommendations: Teaching experience, at a Higher Education Institution will be an added advantage. A track record of post-graduate research supervision will be an added advantage. A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with advancements in the field of catalysis. Innovative teaching techniques incorporating blended learning. Ability to develop new undergraduate and postgraduate modules. Able to teach large groups (± 100) Enquiries: Enquiries regarding job content: Prof J Ramontja on Tel: (011) 559-6754 Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Lubabalo Mgedezi (HCM Business Partner) on Tel:(011) 559-3892 Apply Now

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