Applications are invited from interested person(s) for the under mentioned post.
SENIOR LECTURER/ LECTURER: ECONOMICS (REF: 266)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS
SENIOR LECTURER
Minimum Academic requirements
PhD and undergraduate qualification majoring in Economics
At least 5 years lecturing experience of teaching microeconomics and macroeconomics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
At least 3 publications in national and or international DHET-accredited journals within the last 3 years.
Proven experience in the delivery of poster, and or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
Successful supervision of at least one postgraduate student at Masters level.
Proven evidence of leadership in academic and administrative committees within Higher Education.
A proven track record of research with having produced/published a research output in the preceding three years. Evidence of publication including articles or book chapters.
Active participation in professional, industry and or community.
Evidence of active membership of national/regional/international economics professional bodies or scholarly societies.
Strong mathematical background.
Above average competency in quantitative software (SPSS, EViews, Stata, etc.) and qualitative software (NVivo, ATLAS.ti).
Ability to work with both primary and secondary quantitative data (cross-sectional, time-series, panel data).
All of the above have to be consistent with the University's Staff Promotions.
LECTURER
Minimum Academic requirements
Master's degree and undergraduate qualification majoring in Economics
At least 3 years proven experience of teaching microeconomics and macroeconomics at undergraduate level.
Evidence of teaching and record of research publications in accredited journals.
Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
Strong mathematical background and a good academic record.
Preference will be given to applicants who are registered for a PhD.
A proven track record of research with having produced/published a research output in the preceding three years.
Above average competency in quantitative software (SPSS, EViews, Stata, etc.) and qualitative software (NVivo, ATLAS.ti).
Active participation in professional, industry and or community engagement.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Public sector or Public Finance related experience.
Demonstrate innovative thinking towards teaching and learning.
Availability to work at other DUT campuses, in the evenings and weekends and sometimes away from home.
Conduct teaching, learning and assessment using a blended mode.
An NRF rating or potential to obtain an NRF rating.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Provide leadership towards the department's strategic plan on teaching, research and engaged scholarship.
Conduct research and publish in high impact DHET-accredited journals.
Contribute to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the department.
Supervise Master's dissertations and PhD theses.
Present at accredited conferences, workshops and seminars to enhance scholarly knowledge.
Develop collaborative relationships with relevant external stakeholders from government, civic society, industry and other professional organisations.
Serve in various administrative committees in the department, faculty and institution.
Serve as a leader in mentoring others in teaching, learning and research.
Give guidance in curriculum design and implementation in the department and faculty.
OTHER COMPETENCIES
Ability to set high standards and work to achieve success.
Ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address work-related problems.
Ability to strictly follow work regulations.
Show high levels of professionalism at all times, display a good-natured attitude and work well with colleagues.
Demonstrate a student-centred approach to teaching and learning.
Ability to effectively use online platforms like MS Teams and Moodle in teaching and learning.
Ability to effectively communicate and express issues with clarity.
Contact Person: Pirya Naidoo/Maud Mthembu
Contact Email: ******
Status of Academic Position: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
Applications should include:
A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.dut.ac.za (under the QUICK LINKS tab - @careers)
A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating experience or knowledge in the above-mentioned fields)
Covering letter
Certified copies of all academic records and certificates
Current contact information of referees
No manual applications will be accepted and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
Please email application to ****** and quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
CLOSING DATE: 02 OCTOBER 2024
Please note:
The University reserves the right not to appoint or to re-advertise to widen the pool of applicants.
Verification will be conducted on preferred candidates only.
DUT reserves the right to do a complete verification of the information you have provided.
DUT reserves the right to contact your referees or request additional referees.
While DUT strives for equal opportunities, preference will be given in terms of the University's Equity Plan, with specific consideration for Female candidates.
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