​UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA (UP) VACANCIES

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LECTURER (1 post) SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (1 post)
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Job ID 25534
Location Humanities
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular 
 
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
UNIT FOR ACADEMIC LITERACY (UAL)
LECTURER (1 post)
SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (1 post)
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancies
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
 
LECTURER
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent will be expected to:

• Teach academic literacy in different university faculties;
• Contribute to curriculum design in the UAL;
• Coordinate academic literacy courses offered in different faculties;
• Conceptualize and conduct scholarly research in fields related to academic literacy;
• Write and publish articles in accredited (and preferably high-impact) journals;
• Present research at local and international conferences;
• Participate in generating third-stream income for the UAL;
• Perform academic administration and management;
• Participate in other departmental activities (e.g., seminars, colloquia, and symposia;
• Supervise/co-supervise Honours and Master’s students;
• Collaborate with academic staff in the new School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures;
• Perform other duties as delegated by the Director of UAL.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A Master’s degree in Applied Language Studies, Applied Linguistics, or English for Academic Purposes;
• At least three (3) years of teaching experience in academic literacy in English or English for academic purposes at a recognised higher education institution;
• Experience of hybrid (computer-aided) teaching methodologies;
• Evidence of at least two publications in accredited journals or equivalent recognised outputs and local/international conference presentations.

 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Excellent academic writing and reading skills;
• Excellent oral communication skills;
• Mentoring skills;
• Knowledge of key theoretical principles that underpin the teaching of academic literacy in the South African higher education (HE) context;
• Knowledge of new research and research shifts in the field of academic literacy in the South Africa HE context;
• Ability to manage and lecture large classes;
• Ability to assess students using different assessment modes and to provide constructive feedback;
• Ability to work effectively in teams;
• Ability to use Learning Management Systems (LMS) such Blackboard/ClickUp to teach and assess student projects.

 
ADDED ADVANTAGES OR PREFERENCES

• A doctoral degree (PhD), or significant progress toward such, in an area of work related to the teaching and assessment of academic literacy;
• Ability to communicate fluently in Sepedi or isiZulu.

 
SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent will be expected to:

• Teach academic literacy at undergraduate level in different faculties;
• Teach at postgraduate level (Honours and Master’s), possibly across disciplines and allied departments in the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures;
• Design curricula, study materials and assessments for undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the UAL;
• Coordinate academic literacy courses offered in different faculties;
• Coordinate UAL’s tutorial programmes;
• Write and publish consistently in accredited (and preferably high-impact) journals;
• Facilitate academic writing workshops to postgraduate students across different faculties;
• Present research at local and international conferences;
• Generate third-stream income for the UAL and faculty;
• Independently conceptualize and lead research projects;
• Perform academic administration and management;
• Organize and participate in other departmental activities such as seminars, colloquia, and symposia;
• Participate in curriculum transformation/decolonization in the UAL;
• Mentor junior academic staff and postdoctoral fellows;
• Participate in promoting multilingualism in the UAL; 
• Participate in committee work in the faculty/institution;
• Establish research/teaching collaborations with other universities in South Africa, Africa, and beyond;
• Supervise/co-supervise Honours, Master’s, and doctoral students;
• Participate in community projects;
• Perform other duties as delegated by the Director of UAL.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A doctoral degree (PhD) in Applied Language Studies, Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, or English for Academic Purposes from a recognised tertiary institution;
• At least 5-8 years of teaching experience in academic literacy in English, English for academic purposes, or academic communication at a higher education institution;
• Evidence of successful supervision of Master’s and doctoral students (senior lecturer at least 4 postgraduate students and associate professor at least 8 postgraduate students);  
• Applicants for the associate professorship must have at least a C3 NRF rating;
• Evidence of publications in high-impact accredited journals or equivalent recognised outputs (senior lecturer: 5-8 published outputs and associate professor: 12-16 published outputs);
• Evidence of local/international conference presentations.

 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Excellent academic writing and reading skills;
• Excellent oral communication skills;
• Mentoring skills;
• Adept knowledge of key theoretical principles that underpin the teaching of academic literacy in the South African higher education (HE) context and beyond;
• Adept knowledge of new research and research shifts in the field of academic literacy in the South Africa HE context and beyond;
• Ability to manage and lecture large classes;
• Ability to assess students using different assessment modes and to provide constructive feedback;
• Ability to work independently and effectively in teams;
• Ability to use Learning Management Systems (LMS) such Blackboard/ClickUp to teach and assess student projects.

 
ADDED ADVANTAGES OR PREFERENCES

• Established international networks;
• Evidence of successful grant applications;
• Experience in writing grant proposals;
• Experience in qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis using different software applications.

 
 
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and Umvuzo medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
 
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for:
In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

 
CLOSING DATE: 2 July 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Dineo Mahlangu, Tel: (012) 420 4856/ dineo.mahlangu@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof Pineteh Angu, Tel.: (012) 420 6859/ pineteh.angu@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.  Please note: no applications will be received via these email addresses and candidates should apply on the Careers@UP portal as stated above.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under- represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
 
 
 
 
 

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PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT (1 POST)
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Job ID 25525
Location EBIT
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular 
 
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT (ERRATUM)
PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (ONE POST)
 
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology requires the services of a dynamic person of proven academic stature and relevant management experience to lead the Department of Engineering and Technology Management. The Department's main focus is on postgraduate studies and research is a main priority.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• The strategic, academic and operational management of the Department;
• Promoting, planning, organizing and managing academic and research programmes and the Department’s research profile;
• Recruiting and managing of world-class personnel;
• All financial activities, including externally funded projects;
• Playing an active role as an academic leader of the discipline at a national and international level;
• Marketing and growing the Department with an emphasis on growth at the graduate level.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Associate Professor:

• A BSc / BScEng / BEng degree;
• A relevant Masters’ degree;
• A relevant PhD degree that follows on the previous qualification;
• At least 6 years tertiary education experience or 6 years industry experience with some involvement in tertiary education;
• Experience in curriculum / strategy development and innovation;
• Evidence of sustained publications output;
• Majority of recent publications should be in WoS/Scopus/IBSS journals (past 7 years);
• Evidence of at least 3 research Master’s OR 6 coursework Master’s mini-dissertations successfully completed (supervised or co-supervised);
• Evidence of Doctoral student supervision;
• Evidence of conducting reviewer duties for journals and/or conferences.

 
Professor:

• Same as for Associate Professor, plus;
• At least eight years’ experience at a tertiary academic institution or industry related experience;
• Evidence of successful doctoral student completion;
• Evidence of conducting reviewer duties for ISI/Scopus-indexed journals;
• A record of previous undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching experience, including graduation of Doctoral students;
• A well-established and internationally recognised research record supported by publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.

 
Head of Department must demonstrate:

• Experience in the following:
  • High-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders and professional boards;
  • Managing and leadership activities;
  • Marketing of technical projects to obtain research and development contracts and research funding;
  • Professional knowledge and experience in the engineering environment;
  • Managing academic and technical staff;
  • Accreditation processes;
  • National and/or international collaboration;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Managerial experience at a tertiary institution;
• Strong leadership and communication skills;
• International recognition;
• An exceptional research record in one of the department’s research specialisation fields.

 
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
 
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
 
In applying for this post, please attach:

• Complete and updated Curriculum Vitae;
• A brief self-evaluation by the candidate;
• The candidate’s vision for the Department;
• A short teaching portfolio;
• Details of three contactable referees, including referees who can attest to the candidate’s academic and/or leadership qualities.

 
Candidates may be expected to make an 8 to 10-minute presentation to the Appointments Committee on his/her vision for the Department.
By applying, candidates agree to the appointment process as set out in the relevant UP policy document. This process can be accessed at http://www.up.ac.za/services/personnel/policies/w113E.doc. 
 
Although candidates will be appointed permanently as Professor or Associate Professor, the headship is a fixed-term appointment of four years. Preference will be given to the incumbent for re-appointment for a second term.
 
CLOSING DATE: 11 July 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it is incomplete and does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES: Prof WJvdM Steyn, Tel: (012) 420 5318
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 October 2024 please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
 
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo personal credentials verification.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
 
 
 
 
 

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SENIOR COORDINATOR: MUSIC LIBRARY
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Job ID 25533
Location Library Services
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular 
 
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES
SENIOR CO-ORDINATOR: MUSIC LIBRARY
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 7
 
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above-mentioned vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Providing an innovative, dynamic, and collaborative library service to the university stakeholders;
• Assuming overall responsibility for leading and coordinating all Music library physical and virtual research support services for Music Staff, Academics, Students and External users;
• Providing tailored support for research, teaching and learning;
• Managing research queries at a high level of complexity;
• Providing hybrid library instruction and training to staff and students;
• Overseeing the daily management of the facilities and operations;
• Proactively communicating current resources and technologies to users;
• Participating in departmental forums;
• Implementing marketing initiatives such as orientation, exhibitions, promotional events, and other outreach activities;
• Managing circulation processes according to library policies;
• Supervision of staff;
• Participating in strategic projects.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A four year library degree (e.g. B.Bibl. Degree OR B.Inf (Hons) OR a three-year B-Degree, plus PG. Diploma in LIS and four years’ working experience at an academic library of which two years’ experience as a manager/supervisor or coordinator.

 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Decision-making skills; analytical thinking abilities; detail-oriented skills;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently but also in a team environment;
• Ability to manage time effectively;
• Leadership skills;
• Project management skills;
• Training skills and presentation skills both virtual and physically;
• Supervisory skills;
• Financial management skills;
• Time-management skills;
• Adaptability;
• Emotional intelligence.

 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Honours degree in Library and Information Science or any three-year B-Degree and Qualification in Classical Music (Grade 5 or higher – UNISA/Royal school/Trinity) OR Music as matric subject and 2 years’ experience in an academic library as a manager/supervisor/coordinator.

 
 
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments and/or psychometric testing as part of the selection process.
 
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
 
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za and follow the link: Careers@UP.
 
In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of relevant qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three work related referees whom we have permission to contact.

 
CLOSING DATE: 28 June 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
 
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Busi Khumalo: busi.khumalo@up.ac.za, Tel: (012) 420 4134 for application-related enquiries
Ms Viveka Pillai: viveka.pillai@up.ac.za, Tel: (012) 420 5392 for enquiries relating to the post content.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
 
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
 
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
 
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
 
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

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LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENTOMOLOGY - FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
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Job ID 25529
Location Natural and Agricultural Sc
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular 
 
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENTOMOLOGY
LECTURER
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
 
BACKGROUND:
The Department of Zoology and Entomology in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria envisions being a leading research and teaching department in the disciplines of zoology and entomology in Africa and internationally, recognised for the quality, relevance and impact of its research, and graduates that are sought after by all stakeholders.
The Department is highly productive with a strong emphasis on undergraduate and postgraduate training, mentoring of postdoctoral fellows, and research with a strong focus on biodiversity, systematics, and conservation of African fauna, along with classical disciplines of physiology, behaviour, mammalogy, and ecology. Within the University, the Department has active collaborations with other departments and research entities. It supports the University's institutional research themes and actively collaborates with industry.
An academic position is available in the Department for a Lecturer with a specialisation in animal physiology, including (but not limited to) the fields of ecological or evolutionary physiology.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will have a typical academic mandate of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervising masters and doctoral students, and producing research outputs through scientific papers published in international high-impact journals, and conference presentations. The incumbent will be expected to raise research funds and build a strong internationally acclaimed research programme.
In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Curriculum development, upgrading and updating course material;
• Participating in professional scientific societies;
• Participating in community engagement activities;
• Active involvement in Departmental, Faculty, and/or University administrative tasks.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD degree in Zoology or a related field with specialisation in animal physiology;
• Academic and teaching experience;
• An indication of an emerging research career with evidence of publications in academic journals in the relevant field;
• Experience in supervising/co-supervising MSc students.

 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Innovative thinking and new ideas on how to expand their research capacity in Africa and beyond;
• Research publications and output, as well as recognition in the field, will be considered;
• Appropriate language and communication skills.

 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A demonstrated ability to lead a research programme;
• Experience in supervising/co-supervising PhD students.

 
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
 
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
 
In applying for these posts, please attach:

• A comprehensive UP format CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of three peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Teaching Portfolio;
• Self-evaluation.

 
CLOSING DATE: 28 June 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES:
Ms M Kana, Tel: (012) 460 6662 for application-related enquiries, and Prof A Shrader, adrian.shrader@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 August 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
 
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
 
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.