Professor (Johannesburg Business School) (Re-advert)Advert reference: uj_001636
Advert status: Online
Apply by: 25 August 2024
Position SummaryJob category: Education and Training
Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus
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 Johannesburg Business School (JBS) has embraced the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and repositioned itself to equip current and future leaders to deal with the digital transformation resonating throughout the world.
Job Description: You are invited to become part of the JBS journey, focusing on enabling and empowering people who want to grow and transform their future in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). A particular focus of the position is to examine the business implications of established and emerging digital technologies and practices in a super-diverse world.
The JBS wishes to appoint a Professor with experience in finance and relevant field as well as exposure in innovative solutions including the following areas:
Digital TransformationCorporate and Finance Strategy4IR TechnologiesBudgetingResponsibilities:Design programmes for business school applications that contribute to the JBS visionTeaching and supervising postgraduate studies on digital technologies or related fieldsConduct theoretical-conceptual and empirical research on the effects of digital transformation in a competitive and globalized world and generate high impact research papersDevelop international cooperation as well as engage with industry, and secure funding for research and development on impact of digital transformation on business, people and society.Drive development of industry relevant 4IR applicationsRemain current on digital transformation, methodologies and protocols to provide training to stakeholdersFulfil academic citizenship and leadership rolesMeaningful contributions through community engagementForge and maintain internal and external professional networksMinimum Requirements:A doctoral degree (NQF 10) in Finance or relevant field.Exposure in AI technologies and its applications, including related programming languages and software tools.A track record in international cooperation.A track record in engaging with industry, and must have been involved in securing industry funding recently.Exposure of digital transformation on business, people and society.Proven track record of excellence in accredited research outputs, supervision (masters and PhD to completion) and in the teaching and assessment at university level.A significant research portfolio demonstrated by a sustained research record in the last 8 yearsNRF rating or the ability of the candidate to meet the NRF rating requirements to apply within the next cycleDeep understanding of South African and African business educationExposure in multi-disciplinary fieldsExposure in Master's and Doctoral coordination.Recommendations:An excellent teaching portfolio at a reputable Higher Education Institution, able to teach large groups of students, preferably in the business school context.Excellence in postgraduate research supervision and publicationsAbility to develop programme outcomes and module content at DPhil, MBA, PDBA and Executive Development LevelsIndustry-related experienceEnquiries:Enquiries regarding job content: Ms. N Hayes at Tel: (011) 559-1774
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Ms Marian Myburgh (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559-3885
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 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.
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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