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​UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA (UP)
 
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR - DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS - FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
 
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Job ID 25774
Location Natural and Agricultural Sc
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular 
 
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
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.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
  • Lecture at undergraduate and postgraduate level on the Hatfield, Groenkloof and / or Mamelodi Campuses;
  • Provide academic leadership as a teacher, researcher and manager;
  • Conduct research in at least one of the departmental research focus areas (including Mathematics of Finance) and / or initiate a new research direction that lead to publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals;
  • Supervise postgraduate students;
  • Establish international partnerships and linkages;
  • Be responsible for fundraising relating to academic research;
  • Participate in departmental administration and managerial work;
  • Participate in community engagement.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • A PhD degree in Mathematics and / or Applied Mathematics;
  • Experience as an independent researcher at an international level, based on a recent body of quality work within the field that attests to on-going engagement;
  • Excellent teaching experience in learning facilitation, subject mastery, curriculum development, development of learning materials and assessment techniques;
  • Proven experience in supervising Master’s or PhD students to completion.
 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
  • Innovative contributions to teaching in some of the following aspects: learning facilitation, subject mastery, curriculum development, development of learning materials, assessment techniques;
  • Experience in fundraising for academic research;
  • Recognition as a leading scholar in the field for the high quality and wide-ranging impact of recent and sustained quality research outputs;
  • Supervision of PhD students;
  • Excellent professional and managerial skills.
 
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: 16 December 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES:
Mrs E Kühn, Tel: (012) 420 2810 or elsabe.kuhn@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof MK Banda, mapundi.banda@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2025, 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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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EDUCATION CONSULTANT (FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES), DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION
 
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Job ID 25779
Location Department for Education Innov
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular 
 
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION
POST TITLE: EDUCATION CONSULTANT (Faculty of Health Sciences) (Re-Advert)
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 6
 
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 Education Consultant will be required to work on and contribute to Education Innovation initiatives, as well as in the designated Faculty with regards to:
  • providing strategic leadership and change management for curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment to advance teaching and learning in the faculty;
  • collaborating with staff in Education Innovation and the designated Faculty to create, implement, monitor and evaluate curriculum, teaching, assessment and learning platforms, systems and policies for the University as they affect hybrid teaching and learning, particularly in contact environments;
  • engaging directly and building relationships with Faculties, Departments, Teaching and Learning Committees and individual academics;
  • Provide initial and continuing professional development for curriculum development, teaching and assessment, as well as tutoring;
  • conducting research as an individual, in a community of practice or in collaboration with academics to stay abreast of trends in all aspects of academic development, as well as contributing to the development of knowledge in these fields through the scholarship of teaching and learning; and
  • Provide support to the Faculty of Health Sciences by promoting a culture of continuous change, improvement and innovation.
                 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications:
  • Relevant Masters degree.
  • Preference will be given to qualifying candidates with a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education Studies or Academic Development, or extensive experience in the higher education academic development field.
Experience:
  • 5 years of higher education or training-related experience
  • 3 years’ experience in institutional initiatives for the academic development of lecturers and students.
  • Experience in using the affordances of technology to promote teaching and learning.
  • Involvement in the development and implementation of innovative academic development strategies that enhance learning and support lecturers’ professional learning. 
 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
  • Change and general project management capabilities.
  • Insight into the functioning and structures of a faculty.
  • Language proficiency and negotiation skills.
  • Coordinating and facilitating training interventions and rendering support to academic staff.
  • Expertise in providing pedagogical support to academics with regard to curriculum design and development.
  • Expertise in identifying, analysing, planning and supporting lecturers with regard to possibilities of flexi-learning environments.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of current trends, including the potential of technology changes for teaching, learning and assessment.
  • Thorough insight into educational theories and educational processes in higher education.
 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
  • Experience of working in academic staff development capacity in Health Sciences.
 
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 qualifications; and
  • names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
 
CLOSING DATE: 23 December 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES:  Ms Fikile Mabaso, Tel: (012) 420 2417/ via email fikile.mabaso@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Dr Rejoice Nsibande, Tel: (012) 420 3323 for enquiries relating to the post content.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 March 2025 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, and 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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HEAD: EDUCATION CONSULTANCY (ONE POST), DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION
 
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Job ID 25778
Location Department for Education Innov
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
 
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION INNOVATION 
POST TITLE: HEAD: EDUCATION CONSULTANCY (Re-Advertisement)
PEROMNES POST LEVEL: 05
 
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:
  • Promote and monitor teaching excellence, as one of the strategic drivers of the university;
  • Provide strategic leadership, management and holistic support to the Education Consultancy Unit’s work at both faculty and institutional levels;
  • Provide operational support regarding curriculum, teaching, learning, assessment, academic development of staff, and student success within a hybrid-learning approach that promotes inquiry-based learning;
  • Provide leadership and management of student feedback to feed into the enhancement and improvement of teaching, learning and assessment practices;
  • Manage stakeholder relationships and communication processes at all levels; 
  • Stay updated with educational developments through research, supporting curriculum development, and managing the professional development of academic staff through training and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • A relevant Masters degree;
  • A teaching qualification (e.g., Postgraduate Diploma in Education/ Academic development) or extensive experience in the higher education academic development field;
  • Ten years of work experience, of which two years in management and includes experience in:
    • higher education, including institutional initiatives for the academic development of lecturers and students;
    • management within the higher education environment that includes human resource and financial management;
    • using the affordances of technology to promote student success, student interventions, academic staff development, institutional research, the scholarship of teaching and learning, etc.;
    • working with donors and other funders (e.g. University Capacity Development Grants);
    • working with teaching, learning or student success projects in higher education. 
 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
  • Knowledge of the higher education policy framework as it relates to teaching, learning and student success;
  • Ability to actively participate as a member of a team to move toward the completion of goals;
  • A combination of personal and professional skills aimed at conflict resolution, relationship building, management of teams, mentoring of teams and individuals, coaching of teams and individuals as well as monitoring and evaluation;
  • Ability to deal with high-stress situations calmly and effectively;
  • Ability to develop professional development plans and support career development opportunities for staff to gain necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities;
  • Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help an employee or groups of employees strengthen their knowledge, skills and abilities to accomplish a task or solve a problem, which in turn should improve job performance;
  • Ability to present information to individuals or groups; deliver presentations suited to the context of the work; 
  • Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure understanding of the information and/or the message;
  • Ability to listen and respond appropriately;
  • Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues;
  • Willingness to apply oneself to the task in a focused manner;
  • Observant and aware of environmental changes that affect teaching, learning and student success and ability to respond appropriately to these changes;
  • Computer literate (MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
  • A relevant Doctorate;
  • additional qualifications or training related to the field of operation;
  • work experience in:
    • policy formulation;
    • research in higher education studies;
    • participation in national forums or collaborations that promote academic development; and
    • developing and implementing innovative academic development strategies that enhance learning and support lecturers’ professional learning. 
 
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 qualifications;
  • Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
 
CLOSING DATE: 23 December 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Fikile Mabaso, Tel: (012) 420 2417/ via email fikile.mabaso@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Dr Rejoice Nsibande, Tel: (012) 420 3323 for enquiries relating to the post content.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 March 2025 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, and 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 / SENIOR LECTURER (ONE POSITION) - DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS - FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
 
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Job ID 25775
Location Natural and Agricultural Sc
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular 
 
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER (ONE POSITION)
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 Statistics at the University of Pretoria offers programs in Statistics to undergraduate and postgraduate students, mainly in two faculties, namely the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Science and the Faculty of Economic and Management Science. The Department also presents several service statistical modules and courses in many departments and faculties of the University of Pretoria.  Over the years, the Department of Statistics at the University has become a leading statistics department in learning and teaching in South Africa. It also pursues a research-intensive profile with expertise in a number of fields; including statistical theory and methodology, time series analysis, statistical data science, computational statistics and model-based clustering, and biostatistical methodology and application. We are looking to recruit a suitably qualified individual who will enhance and complement our vibrant and robust teaching and learning as well as our research portfolios 
The Department of Statistical has adopted several teaching and learning strategies using online and hybrid modes in addition to the traditional teaching modes.  We have enhanced our teaching programs to incorporate the very growing data science components. The department offers core modules, and it is expected from the incumbent to teach advanced-level statistical modules offered by the department. Thus, we are looking for an incumbent who will have an academic mandate including teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and supervising postgraduate students. The research mandate also requires an active research program, producing accredited academic research outputs, and conference presentations. It will also be expected from the incumbent to build a strong internationally acclaimed research program.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
  • Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses; 
  • Mentoring and supervising postgraduate students; 
  • Actively conducting independent and collaborative research and publishing research outputs in accredited journals; 
  • Developing and/or expanding collaboration with academics internationally; 
  • Initiating and delivering specialist courses at national and international levels; 
  • Actively participating in administrative duties within the Department. 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer:
  • A Master’s degree in Statistics that includes a credit-bearing research dissertation and credit-bearing coursework consisting of core components that align with the required responsibilities of the incumbent; 
  • An indication of an emerging research career with evidence of accredited publications in core components of the discipline contributing to the literature and scientific field of statistics; at least one recent publication in statistics in an accredited peer viewed journal; 
  • Enrolled for a PhD degree in Statistics with proof of significant progress with the study; 
  • Evidence of papers presented at national conferences; 
  • Proven competency and experience are required in:
    • Teaching statistics modules and courses at both undergraduate postgraduate levels as a lecturer; 
    • Advanced knowledge of at least one major statistical software programming language; 
    • Implementation of efficient teaching models that would be applicable in the university setting.
Senior Lecturer (Same as for Lecturer, plus):
  • A Doctoral degree in Statistics
  • Proven record of curriculum development at the undergraduate and postgraduate level or other specialized professional courses; 
  • Evidence of papers presented at national and international conferences; 
  • Proven research publications in accredited journals, of which at least two in the mainstream statistical journals
  • Proven practice of advanced fundamental and applied statistical methodology.
  • Proven record of supervision of postgraduate statistical students 
  • Evidence of supporting and participating in academic citizenship.
 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
  • Business acumen: 
    • The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations; 
  • Results orientated: 
    • The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals and work to achieve success; 
    • The ability to stick with tasks and overcome obstacles in completing tasks;
    • Be reliable, responsible and dependable in fulfilling obligations; 
    • The ability to deal calmly and effectively with conflict situations; 
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to function with ease in the UP's environment; 
  • Leadership:
    • The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together; 
    • The ability to manage diverse teams and ensure a sustainable outcome; 
  • Recognized by peers as a scholar of high academic standing.
 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
In addition to the minimum requirements, the following will be an advantage.
Lecturer and Senior Lecturer:
  • Evidence of the relevance, impact and contribution of current research projects to the discipline of Mathematical Statistics/Statistics
  • Coordinating and teaching large classes of statistics service courses as well as core statistical modules.
Senior Lecturer:
  • An NRF rating.
 
PLEASE NOTE: All applicants invited for an interview might be expected to present a lecture on a specific topic. The Department of Statistics reserves the right to request and review copies of academic publications (papers/dissertations/theses) for suitability before any candidate may be invited to an interview.
 
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: 16 December 2024
 
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES:
Mrs E Kühn, Tel: (012) 420 2810 or email: elsabe.kuhn@up.ac.za for application-related and 
Prof Samuel Manda, Tel: (012) 420 2523 or email: samuel.manda@up.ac.za for post content enquiries.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2025, 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.