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LECTURER: PURE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS FACULTY OF SCIENCE The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics is a large and dynamic department with over thirty permanent academic staff. We seek to make one new appointment in Pure Mathematics at the level of Lecturer. While we invite applications from all areas of Pure Mathematics, we are particularly interested in candidates who will complement or strengthen existing areas of research in the Department, which include Algebra, (Functional) Analysis, Category Theory, Cryptography, Differential Geometry, and Topology. Requirements for the job: • A PhD in Pure Mathematics or related field, at the time of appointment, • A record of research that indicates strong potential in the field, including publications in peer reviewed journals and conference attendance, and, • Experience lecturing mathematics at undergraduate level, including evidence of effectiveness as a teacher. Responsibilities include: • Teaching and developing undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Mathematics (within and beyond the Faculty of Science). • Developing and pursuing an active research program, including supervising postgraduate students. • Course convening, departmental and faculty administrative duties. The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R853 709. To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Ms Natasha Khan at recruitment06@uct.ac.za • UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc) • your CV (including a complete list of publications), and, • clearly articulated Teaching and Research statements with the subject line “Lecturer Pure Mathematics”, followed by the reference number. Reference number: 220431 Telephone: 021 650 3469 Faculty website: www.science.uct.ac.za Website: www.maths.uct.ac.za Closing date: 30 April 2023 Questions about the position may be addressed to the Head of Department: mamhod@uct.ac.za. An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. UCT 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. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf The University reserves the right not to appoint.
SENIOR LECTURER African Institute of Financial Markets & Risk Management Faculty of Commerce We invite applications for a permanent appointment at Senior Lecturer level in the African Institute of Financial Markets and Risk Management (AIFMRM) in the Faculty of Commerce. AIFMRM strives to appoint teachers and researchers with the ambition to be academic leaders, and who will be committed to an Institute that views transformation as one of its key responsibilities. Our research is founded on a critical and quantitative approach to the study of financial markets and risk management. AIFMRM is supported and overseen by private sector partners from the South African financial services. Requirements for the position: • A PhD in Quantitative Finance, Financial Risk Management or Financial Mathematics. • Teaching experience at a postgraduate level. • Research supervision at a Masters level. • A track-record of publication in peer-reviewed journals. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate some or all of the following: • Strong quantitative and/or mathematical skills. • A track-record of relevant research. • A track-record of presentation of research findings at international conferences. • Experience as a postdoctoral researcher. The successful candidate should ideally have: • Evidence of active research. • Experience in collaborative research with the private sector. • Up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends in their field. • A commitment to innovative teaching. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. We offer: • A collegial and supportive work environment. • Support and resources for innovative teaching. • A culture that promotes research. • Access to research funds. Remuneration: • Salaries are based on UCT’s standard Cost of Employment (COE) for a Senior Lecturer. AIFMRM academic staff receive a 20% Scarcity Allowance above the standard COE. • Candidates may contact Lizzy Starck (lizzy.starck@uct.ac.za) for details of remuneration, additional benefits, cost of living in South Africa, and any other pertinent queries. • The cost of relocation for appointees from outside of Cape Town and South Africa will be borne by UCT. To apply, please e-mail the following documents in a single pdf file to Ms Dixon at recruitment03@uct.ac.za • UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc) • Motivational letter, and • Curriculum Vitae (CV). Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line. An application not complying with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete and may not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo assessments. Telephone: 021 650 1673 Website: http://www.aifmrm.uct.ac.za/ Reference number: E230172 Closing date: 21 April 2023 “UCT 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. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf.” UCT reserves the right not to appoint.
DEAN FACULTY OF SCIENCE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN The University of Cape Town is a leading South African university with three core pillars of Excellence, Transformation and Sustainability, as articulated in UCT’s Vision 2030. The University of Cape Town seeks to appoint a Dean of the Faculty of Science. The faculty is home to cutting-edge and impactful research, offers strong teaching programmes to a diverse student body, and is recognised nationally and internationally as a major contributor to the development and transformation of science for society. Working with other African universities and leading academic institutions around the world, the Faculty’s mission is to use its location in the southern tip of Africa to unleash human potential to tackle the global challenges of our time. UCT thus seeks to appoint a Dean with a distinguished scientific scholarly record, unquestionable integrity, exceptional management and leadership skills, a track record of transformation and who will advance its recognition, reputation and influence, both regionally and globally, in line with Vision 2030. On appointment, the Dean of the Faculty of Science is expected to: • Lead the development of a shared faculty vision and medium-term strategy; • Deliver excellence in academic administration through proactive management and innovation; • Enhance the Faculty’s globally-recognized expertise in teaching and research and social responsiveness; • Promote collaboration within, between and across scholarly disciplines; • Attract top academics and students with exceptional potential from South Africa, the rest of Afrika and the broader global community; • Improve student experiences and conditions for throughput in the context of a transforming University; • Inspire, retain and support staff; • Intensify our global interface with other universities and research centres by leveraging our participation in international and African partnerships; • Safeguard the financial, reputational and environmental sustainability of the Faculty; • Actively represent the Science Faculty as a member of the senior leadership team of the University. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate the following: • An excellent track record of efficient academic administration for at least 5 years, including a substantive appointment as a Science Faculty Dean, Deputy Dean, Head of Department or equivalent position; • An in-depth understanding of the university governance, rules and regulations; • Leadership, integrity and the ability to inspire and innovate; • A clearly articulated strategic vision for the Faculty of Science; • Experience in developing international research partnerships; • A track record of sustainable financial management; • An understanding of the social, political and economic environments in which South African universities operate; • An active commitment to social responsiveness, transformation and inclusiveness; • Fundraising experience and expertise; • An academic track record appropriate for appointment at professorial level within the Faculty of Science including: o An excellent track record of teaching undergraduate students and graduating Master’s and PhD students;
Remuneration will be appropriate to the senior management level and includes sabbatical and staff tuition rate benefits. The initial term of appointment of a Dean is for five years and there is a maximum limit of one contract renewal, subject to performance assessment. On conclusion of the term of office as dean, the appointee may be offered a permanent position in the appropriate academic department. To apply, please e-mail the below documents (ideally in a single pdf file) to Mr Craig Alexander at recruitment01@uct.ac.za • A covering letter which addresses the above criteria, including a statement on your potential contribution as Dean; • Your full curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of three referees; • The HR204 application form for Senior Executive Posts available at: http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr204.doc. Please ensure that the title and reference number of the advertisement are indicated in the subject line. An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Shortlisted candidates may be requested to provide further documentation on their candidacy. Appointment procedures are available at http://www.hr.uct.ac.za/hr/recruitment/exec_appointments/deans Telephone: +27 21 650 5429 Website: www.science.uct.ac.za Reference number: E230163 Closing date: 09 April 2023 The University reserves the right to extend the closing date if deemed necessary or to make no appointment. UCT 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. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR & HEAD OF DIVISION: CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES & NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICE (NHLS) The University of Cape Town (UCT), and the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) invite applications for the permanent post of Professor/Associate Professor and Head of Division of Chemical Pathology in the Department of Pathology. The criteria for appointment Basic criteria: • MMed/FC Path in Chemical Pathology, or PhD highly relevant to the discipline of Chemical Pathology in the division at UCT • Minimum seven (7) years post-specialization, or or minimum of four (4) years at a senior academic management level post-qualification of PhD • Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Specialist Pathologist (Chemical Pathology) or an appropriate medical scientist category In addition, evidence according to the following criteria will be carefully assessed and measured for the applicant's professional and academic standing in 4 key areas: 1. Leadership and management • Experience in managing an academic department in a university environment • Excellent skills in leadership, and innovation • Effective interaction with various stakeholders, and managers, at a national level • Excellent interpersonal skills 2. Research & Development As demonstrated by: • International peer-reviewed publications • Invited presentations at national and international scientific meetings • National and international collaborations • External fund raising 3. Teaching & Training • Teaching of basic or clinical medical science from undergraduate to postgraduate, specialist and PhD levels at a tertiary academic institution 4. Clinical & Social Responsiveness • Experience in managing a clinical diagnostic laboratory • Evidence of social responsiveness with a national impact The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and leading the Division of Chemical Pathology, according to the above-mentioned 4 pillars, by: • Leading, managing and growing a complex, clinical and academic division (UCT and NHLS) • Developing a sustainable programme of research, as well as nurturing and developing the research careers of others within the Division of Chemical Pathology. This will include the acquisition of research funding, appropriate planning, and mentorship. • Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate Chemical Pathology programmes in the Faculty. Undergraduate teaching includes medical students (MBChB programme). Post-graduate teaching includes the supervision of registrars undergoing specialist training for the FCPath and M.Med. degree in Chemical Pathology and Clinical Pathology, as well as the supervision of Honours, Masters, and Doctoral students, Intern Medical Scientists, and Postdoctoral Fellows. • Leading the division’s clinical and social responsiveness, such as the provision of diagnostic services offered by the Division of Chemical Pathology’s various laboratories at Groote Schuur Hospital, Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, University of Cape Town, in accordance with agreements between UCT and NHLS. • The Head of Division should be aware of the Division’s current strengths and will be expected to create an inclusive environment and to promote capacity development enabling transformation in the four key areas above. The successful candidate will be expected to be available to be Head of the Department of Pathology on a rotating basis. Appointment will be made at the level of Professor or Associate Professor in alignment with the candidate’s standing as well as the Faculty’s expectations for performance at each academic rank. The position is full-time on the establishment of the University of Cape Town, under the auspices of, and in terms of the agreements between, the University of Cape Town and the NHLS. The annual remuneration package is negotiable and includes competitive benefits. Enquiries about this position should be directed to Professor and Head of Department of Pathology, Komala Pillay, at komala.pillay@uct.ac.za. To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single pdf file to Ms Tracy Moore at recruitment05@uct.ac.za - UCT Application Form (download at http://forms.uct.ac.za/hr201.doc) - Motivation letter that speaks to the specific requirements of the position, and - Curriculum vitae (CV) Please ensure the title and reference number are indicated in the subject line. An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be required to undergo assessments. Telephone: 021 650 5405 Website: www.health.uct.ac.za Reference number: E230165 Closing date: 02 April 2023 UCT 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. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at www.uct.ac.za/downloads/uct.ac.za/about/policies/eepolicy.pdf UCT reserves the right not to appoint.
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