Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment: Department of Engineering Metallurgy)Advert reference: uj_001624
Advert status: Online
Apply by: 25 August 2024
Position SummaryJob category: Education and Training
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Open to all
IntroductionThe 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 Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment prides itself in its vibrant, dynamic and diverse engineering community of scholars who are passionate about enhancing the learning experience of students, enhancing the research profile of the faculty and enhancing the academic, social and economic impact of the Faculty's teaching and research programmes. In the Department of Metallurgy at University of Johannesburg we offer a unique and "true" metallurgical engineering programme with an emphasis on processing and engineering as well as manufacturing principles.
Responsibilities:Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make an appointment of an Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer in the Department of Metallurgy in the field of Physical Metallurgy/Foundry Technology. We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified and ambitious aspirant academic to contribute to and expand the faculty's current teaching and research interests/specialisations.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the projects of the department, including administrative duties, and teach in undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department of Metallurgy.
In particular, the incumbent will be expected to: Teach in undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department of Metallurgy.Expand and sustain research in Physical Metallurgy/Foundry Technology.Contribute actively to research and publication in his/her specialist field(s).Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research in Physical Metallurgy/Foundry Technology.Develop, review and lecture undergraduate and postgraduate subjects in Metallurgy.Execute administrative tasks at the faculty level, if/when required.Strictly a PhD degree in Physical Metallurgy related fields with background in Foundry Technology.Strong commitment to teaching and research.A minimum of three years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution.Registered Professional by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), or immediate application in case of appointment.Evidence of research outputs and proven track record of postgraduate supervision of Masters level or higher students.Minimum of 3 years' industrial experience in Physical Metallurgy/Foundry Technology.Recommendations:Strong academic character.Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.Ability to perform research, teaching, and administration simultaneously.Computer Literacy.Strong interpersonal relationships.Analytical thinking and coordination skills.Enquiries:Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Willie Nheta on Tel: (011) 559 6173
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.
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.
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