Job Title
Senior Lecturer: Department of Computer Science and Informatics (Job ID: 5927)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Computer Science and Informatics
Contract Type
Permanent
Occupational Level
Junior Management
Location
Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
27/10/2024
Description
Duties and responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Data Science.
Supervise honours, master's and doctoral students in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Data Science.
Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text mining, Computer Science Education, Eye-tracking, Human-Computer Interaction, Digital Inclusion, and Community Engagement in IT.
Inherent Job Requirements:
A PhD in Computer Science/ Information Systems/ Data Science on NQF Level 10.
Proven experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programming modules such as Data Structures, Design Patterns, Algorithms and/or Computer Networking.
Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
Proven experience in supervision of graduated master's degree students.
A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels.
Recommendations:
Specialisation in Data Science.
Competencies
Key Competencies Required:
Results oriented.
The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
Strategic thinking.
The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
Business Acumen:
The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading.
The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
Building coalitions
The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Required Documents
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
A copy of your driver's license (if applicable).
Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).
Assumption of duties: 1 February 2025.
Closing date: 27 October 2024
Salary: The salary is available on request.
Fringe benefits: (Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.
Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact me at 051 401 9813 or email at ****** or ******. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9857 / 9810 / 9814 for assistance.
General: The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.
The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.
The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.
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