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UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA (UP) VACANCIES
UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA (UP)
FIRST TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (DIVISION OF BIOCHEMISTRY) - DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, GENETICS AND MICROBIOLOGY - FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
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Job ID 25752
Location Natural and Agricultural Sc
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Professional and Support
FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, GENETICS AND MICROBIOLOGY
FIRST TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (DIVISION OF BIOCHEMISTRY)
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9
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 incumbent will be responsible for:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
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 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:
CLOSING DATE: 21 November 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Shado Mahlangu, Email: shado.mahlangu@up.ac.za) for application-related enquiries, and Dr Pamela de Waal, Email: pam.dewaal@up.ac.za, for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 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.
FIRST TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (DIVISION OF BIOCHEMISTRY) - DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, GENETICS AND MICROBIOLOGY - FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25752
Location Natural and Agricultural Sc
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Professional and Support
FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, GENETICS AND MICROBIOLOGY
FIRST TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (DIVISION OF BIOCHEMISTRY)
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9
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 incumbent will be responsible for:
- Overseeing the general maintenance of research facilities, as well as the setting up of new facilities and installations;
- Assisting with implementing and overseeing Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) within the departmental laboratory spaces;
- Asset management;
- Acting as on-call point person in case of the failure of critical equipment due to power or water outages, including after work hours;
- Management and disposal of laboratory waste (chemical, biological, and glassware);
- Research support by assisting with financial and research administration;
- Training postgraduate students and other laboratory users in basic and advanced laboratory techniques and apparatus usage;
- Serving as line manager for departmental messenger;
- Participating in departmental and Faculty committees and/or task teams.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- BSc degree in biochemistry or a related discipline;
- At least three (3) years’ proven experience in laboratory management within a tertiary education environment.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Experience in research administration, including laboratory management, basic accounting, experience in liaising with representatives of reagent and equipment supply companies, as well as good laboratory practices;
- Driver’s license;
- Ability to respond to emergencies outside of office hours;
- Advanced subject-specific knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Experience with PeopleSoft’s Human Capital Management System, as well as the Financial and Enterprise Request Systems;
- Reliable, responsible, able to function efficiently under pressure, and work independently and in a team, while maintaining high levels of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
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 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: 21 November 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Shado Mahlangu, Email: shado.mahlangu@up.ac.za) for application-related enquiries, and Dr Pamela de Waal, Email: pam.dewaal@up.ac.za, for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 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.
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING (2 POSTS)
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Job ID 25918
Location EBIT
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OD ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER (2 Posts)
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:
It will be expected of the successful candidates to:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer:
Senior Lecturer:
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
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:
CLOSING DATE: 20 May 2025
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Estelle Greyling, Tel: (012) 420 8400 / Estelle.greyling@up.ac.za: for application-related enquiries, and Prof Raj Naidoo Details, Tel: (012) 420 / 2164 / raj.naidoo@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 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.
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.
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING (2 POSTS)
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Job ID 25918
Location EBIT
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OD ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER (2 Posts)
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:
It will be expected of the successful candidates to:
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department;
- Supervise final year undergraduate project students and postgraduate Honours, Masters and PhD students;
- Conduct research as a member of a research group in the Department and publish in leading accredited journals;
- Raise and manage additional funding from national and international funding agencies and industry to support the activities of the relevant research group;
- Expand existing research programmes or initiate new research programmes;
- Perform assigned departmental duties (e.g. of an administrative nature).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Lecturer:
- A BEng degree from a university of which the undergraduate programme is recognised by the Washington accord or is recognised by ECSA to be equivalent;
- A Masters’ degree in Engineering that follows on the previous qualification;
- Teaching or industry related experience
- 1 Publication (peer reviewed article or peer reviewed conference paper) or
- Book chapter(s), recognized articles outputs or industry recognized outputs in a commensurate field.
- Expertise and research experience in one or more of the following specialist electronic or computer engineering research areas in the Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering:
- Advanced Sensor Networks: Internet of Things (IoT), sensing and communication technologies, machine learning, data security, big data information processing and analytics, cyber-physical systems, smart grid, intelligent transportation technologies;
- Electronics and Microelectronics: analogue and digital electronics, integrated circuit design, integrated sensors, printed electronics, RF and mm-wave electronics and optoelectronics;
- Signals, Information Fusion and Communications: cloud computing, 5G deployment, terahertz communication, VLC, Spread-spectrum systems.
- Bioengineering: neuro-prosthetics, medical imaging, computer modelling, computational neuroscience, computational physiology.
- Control systems: model-based control and optimisation in the process industries, model-based control of disease networks.
- Intelligent Systems: AI, robotic perception, motion planning, human-robot interaction, autonomous systems, adaptive and learning systems.
- Smart Sensing and Information Processing: applications in transportation, health care, environmental systems, agriculture, water management, mining, animal sciences, smart homes and cities, and industrial systems.
Senior Lecturer:
- Same as for Lecturer, plus;
- A PhD degree in Engineering that follows on the previous qualification;
- At least three years tertiary education experience or three years industry experience with some involvement in tertiary education;
- At least 2 articles published in DHET accredited journals or a DHET accredited book;
- At least 2 other publication outputs (peer reviewed conference paper(s) / book chapter(s) / industry recognized outputs in a commensurate field;
- Supervision / co-supervision of Master’s students to completion or proven management experience in industry.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Evidence of teaching excellence;
- Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching and research expertise that complement the Department’s needs;
- Related industry work or consulting experience;
- Candidates registered or registerable as Professional Engineer with ECSA;
- NRF rating or have applied for one.
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:
- A cover letter summarizing relevant experience and the areas of your teaching and research expertise/interests;
- A comprehensive CV;
- Certified copies of qualifications;
- A brief teaching portfolio;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
- Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
- Self-evaluation.
CLOSING DATE: 20 May 2025
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Estelle Greyling, Tel: (012) 420 8400 / Estelle.greyling@up.ac.za: for application-related enquiries, and Prof Raj Naidoo Details, Tel: (012) 420 / 2164 / raj.naidoo@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 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.
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.
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
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Job ID 25925
Location Finance
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
FACULTY ACCOUNTANT
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 6
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the Faculty Accountant vacancy in the Department of Finance.
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, but not limited to the following:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates will 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 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:
CLOSING DATE: 20 May 2025
No application will be considered after the closing date or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Thandeka Mtswene: thandeka.mtswene@up.ac.za, Tel: (012) 420 4028 for application-related enquiries. and Adele Truscott Tel: (012) 420 4929 or adele.truscott@up.ac.za for enquiries related to the post content. No applications via email will be considered.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 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 University's Employment Equity Plan 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 appointment requirements are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
APPLY FOR JOB
Job ID 25925
Location Finance
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Professional and Support
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
FACULTY ACCOUNTANT
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 6
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the Faculty Accountant vacancy in the Department of Finance.
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, but not limited to the following:
- Provide professional utilisation advice, control and management of approved capital and operational funds, including control over external funds (grants, donations, sponsorships, contracts, etc.);
- Control funds received from external institutions (grants, donations, sponsorships contracts, etc.) in accordance with the relevant policy guidelines and contracts;
- Process and verify financial transactions in the Faculty;
- Identify and manage risk areas in the Faculty.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant bachelor's or B Tech degree in accounting at a third-year level;
- Five years’ senior financial accounting experience. (Second and third years of SAICA articles will be considered senior financial accounting experience.);
- Advanced competency in MS Excel.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Knowledge and application of IFRS standards;
- Knowledge of the relevant South African tax legislation;
- Knowledge of management reporting;
- Knowledge of Accounting business cycles;
- Budgeting knowledge;
- Proficient in the use of MS Office;
- Appropriate business writing and communication skills;
- Ability to account for own performance;
- Ability to commit and deliver value to clients;
- Ability to plan and prioritise tasks;
- Ability to evaluate research grants/contracts.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Honours degree in Financial Management or Accounting;
- Three years’ working experience in a higher education environment;
- Three years’ working experience using PeopleSoft or an equivalent ERP system.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates will 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 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: 20 May 2025
No application will be considered after the closing date or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Thandeka Mtswene: thandeka.mtswene@up.ac.za, Tel: (012) 420 4028 for application-related enquiries. and Adele Truscott Tel: (012) 420 4929 or adele.truscott@up.ac.za for enquiries related to the post content. No applications via email will be considered.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 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 University's Employment Equity Plan 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 appointment requirements are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / SENIOR LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES - FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
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Job ID 25923
Location Plant and Soil Sciences
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / SENIOR 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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Presenting lectures and practical sessions to undergraduate students in Pasture Science/Rangeland Management and Applied Plant and Soil Sciences modules;
- Presenting lectures and practical sessions to Honours students in Pasture Science/Rangeland Management modules;
- Developing a research programme with postgraduate supervision in sustainable climate smart pasture science or rangeland management/ecology;
- Teaching curriculum development, when required;
- Contributing to community engagement projects.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Associate Professor:
- Relevant PhD degree in Pasture Science or a related discipline with a relevant BSc or BSc (Agric) degree that included Pasture Science or Rangeland Management/Ecology module content;
- Five (5) years teaching experience at undergraduate level;
- Experience in undergraduate curriculum development;
- Postgraduate supervision as main supervisor of at least one graduated PhD student, and three graduated MSc students in a relevant field;
- Research output, research skills and/or a proven record of research publications in accredited journals or presentation in local and international conferences as appropriate for the relevant level of appointment, specifically, in the field of pasture science or rangeland management/ecology;
- Evidence of successful multi-year international research grant funding applications;
- NRF rating (at least at Established Researcher level) or equivalent research standing.
- Relevant PhD degree in Pasture Science or in a related discipline with a relevant BSc or BSc (Agric) degree that included Pasture Science or Rangeland Management/Ecology module content;
- Two (2) years teaching experience at undergraduate level;
- Evidence of postgraduate supervision as main supervisor of at least one graduated Masters student in a relevant field;
- Research output, research skills and/or a proven record of research publications in accredited journals or presentation in local conferences as appropriate for the relevant level of appointment, specifically, in the field of pasture science or rangeland management/ecology;
- Evidence of successful research grant funding applications;
- NRF rating or intent to obtain a rating in the next five years.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Proficient in English with the ability to function effectively in a multi-lingual environment;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Conflict management skills;
- Advanced computer literacy and proficiency in the use of MS Office computer applications;
- Good knowledge of statistical analyses;
- Able to seek out funding opportunities and successfully apply for funding.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Industry experience in pasture science or rangeland management/ecology;
- Verifiable involvement in science-based community engagement activities;
- Member of an editorial board of a Web of Science listed journal in a relevant field (Associate Professor appointee).
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 contact details of three referees who can attest to your academic and research profile, and whom we have permission to contact;
- Self-evaluation of research career to date;
- University-level teaching portfolio.
CLOSING DATE: 19 May 2025
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Mrs M Huma, mokopa.huma@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof DK Berger Tel: (012) 420 3770, Email: Dave.berger@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 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.
LECTURER - DEPARTMENT OF PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES - FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
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Job ID 25924
Location Plant and Soil Sciences
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES
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.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The University of Pretoria invites applications for a Lecturer position in the Medicinal Plant Science team at the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences. Join one of South Africa’s leading research universities, renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and diversity.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Teaching undergraduate modules in Biology, Plant Science, and Medicinal Plant Science, as well as Honours modules in Medicinal Plant Science. Teaching includes presentation of lectures and practicals;
- Supervising postgraduate students while developing a robust research program in frontier approaches to Medicinal Plant Science and sustainable utilization of South Africa’s biodiversity;
- Contributing to community engagement projects that align with departmental goals.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant PhD degree in the Plant Sciences with a focus on Medicinal Plant Science, Phytochemistry, Plant Chemical Ecology or a related discipline;
- A minimum of one (1) year teaching experience at undergraduate level;
- Evidence of postgraduate supervision;
- Research output, research skills and/or a proven record of research publications in accredited journals, and presentation at local conferences;
- Intent to obtain a National Research Foundation (NRF) rating in the next five years;
- Valid driver's license.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Proficiency in English with the ability to function effectively in a multi-lingual environment;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Conflict management skills;
- Advanced computer literacy and proficient in the use of MS Office computer applications;
- Good knowledge of statistical analyses;
- Ability to seek out funding opportunities and successfully apply for funding.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- An NRF rating;
- Research experience in plant tissue culture, plant physiology or data science;
- Postdoctoral experience;
- Completion of a formal University-level teaching training programme;
- Evidence of successful funding applications;
- Supervision of postgraduates that have graduated;
- Verifiable community engagement activities.
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 contact details of three referees who can attest to your academic and research profile, who may be contacted;
- A Self-evaluation of research career to date, including a brief research plan and how this would complement current Medicinal Plant Science research in the Department;
- University-level teaching portfolio.
CLOSING DATE: 19 May 2025
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Mrs M Huma, mokopa.huma@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof DK Berger Tel: (012) 420 3770, Email: Dave.berger@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 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.