Position SummaryIndustry: Education & TrainingJob category: University and AcademyLocation: PotchefstroomContract: PermanentRemuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.IntroductionNORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES POSITION NUMBER: P000537 VACANCY: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN BUSINESS AND MARKETING MANAGEMENT PEROMNES: A6 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT NOTE: THOSE WHO HAVE PREVIOUSLY APPLIED NEED NOT TO RE-APPLY AS THE UNIVERSITY HAS YOUR APPLICATION.Job DescriptionPURPOSE OF THE POSITIONLecture business and marketing management modules to undergraduate and postgraduate students.Create and produce research outputs (peer-reviewed articles, master's dissertations and PhD theses, conference papers and peer-reviewed chapters/books) through own research efforts and the efforts of master's and PhD students by using the best available research methods and techniques.Initiate, develop, register and present community engagement projects.Mentor academics in the School of Management Sciences in teaching and research-related areas.Contribute to and enhance the national and international collaboration networks in the School of Management Sciences.Contribute to the creation of an environment that promotes growth, equality, and freedom of speech.Key ResponsibilitiesTeachingThe preparation and delivery of business and marketing management lectures and seminars to under-/postgraduate students.Module and curriculum development and transformation.Developing study material and study guides.Initiate, develop, register and present short learning programs (SLPs).Supervision of master's and PhD students.ResearchConduct research and publish findings in respected national and international journals (IBSS/Scopus/ISI).Initiate and maintain national and international research networks.Participate in the evaluation of ethics and research proposals.Collaborate with and mentor colleagues on research-related matters.Social ResponsibilityInitiate, develop, register and present community engagement projects that focus on work-integrated learning, community research, and outreach projects.Industry involvement in terms of SLPs, consultation, case study research and guest lecturing.LeadershipMust represent the School of Management Sciences on Faculty, University, National and International management structures, committees, boards or any other professional body.Membership in the school's management structures.Minimum RequirementsA PhD in Business-, Marketing Management or a related field (NQF level 10).A minimum of 5 years lecturing experience in higher education institutions.A proven record of consistent publications in accredited journals in accordance with the level of the position.Completed supervision of Master's or PhD students.A proven record of national and international relations/collaboration with academics and higher education institutions on research and/or teaching and learning.ADDED ADVANTAGEAn NRF-funded researcher.Proven record of the development and execution of community and industry projects.Proven record of leadership in higher education management structures.Functional/Technical CompetenciesExpert knowledge of the relevant fields of business-, marketing management.Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.Demonstrable computer literacy and competence in the use of general word processing software programs (MS Office, e-mail and Internet) as well as qualitative/quantitative analysis programs (e.g., JASP, SPSS, MPLUS, R, AMOS, ATLAS.ti).Knowledge and competency of learning support in a learning management system (e.g. SAKAI, Moodle, Blackboard).A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to participate in students' educational environment.Behavioural CompetenciesExhibit good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.Demonstrate flexibility and conflict management skills to work with diverse groups.Effective time management skills.Effective communication skills.The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group.Good analytical abilities, innovative thinking, and the ability to be self-driven.Ability to solve problems independently.High level of professional and ethical conduct.REMUNERATIONThe 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 Alfred Henrico on 018 299 1420ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mrs Fadilha Minty on 018 299 4993CLOSING DATE: 20 September 2024COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possibleKindly take note: Applications may only be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. As part of the application process candidates should submit their latest CV, as well as a copy of their ID document and certified copies of all qualifications. Failure to submit at least these documents or submitting them via any other platform would result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered.The University subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
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