University of the Western Cape - Natural Sciences - Statistics and Population StudiesType of Position: Permanent - Full TimeClosing Date: 15/1/2025Role Clarification & Key Performance AreasThe University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as to overall student development.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.The Statistics and Population Studies Department is hosted in the Faculty of Natural Sciences.
In 2018, the department started an industry directed MSc in Statistical Sciences with specialisation in Data Science.
Consider joining our new initiative and help train the Statisticians, Data Analysts and Data Scientists of the future.Key Responsibilities:Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Statistics/Data ScienceConduct research and publish on topics related to Statistics/Data ScienceUndertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervisionProvide academic leadershipUndertake curriculum development and assessmentUndertake community/industry engagement and outreachMinimum Requirements:MSc in Statistics or Data Science or Mathematical StatisticsDemonstrated teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, in the field of Statistics or Data ScienceCurrently registered for a PhD in Statistics or Data Science or Mathematical StatisticsA record of successful postgraduate supervision at the honours levelA record of quality peer-reviewed publications, in the field of Statistics, Applied Statistics or Data Science or proof of peer-reviewed technical reports submitted in industryProven expertise in applying complex statistical and data science techniques in statistical packages such as SAS, R and/or PythonRequired Competencies:Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environmentStudent-focused approachAbility and interest to supervise at the postgraduate level specialising in industry directed researchPlanning and organising skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishPresentation and facilitation skillsKnowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, and community engagement.In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel.
Please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.Disclaimer: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application.
In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets.
The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years.
The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
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