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Lecturer / Senior Lecturer: Physical Chemistry (One post) - Department of Chemistry

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Global Academy Jobs
Location
South Africa
Closing date
Oct 31, 2016

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FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY    

LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER: PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (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.

BACKGROUND:

The University of Pretoria has embarked on a major programme to enhance the research capacity of the Department of Chemistry. This stems from an appreciation that the fundamental discipline of Chemistry underpins some of the most critical research topics in both the material/energy sciences and the biological sciences. As an initial step towards positioning the University as the partner of choice in all matters of Chemistry within the region, the country and the continent’s top-rated researchers are being sought with an interest in furthering both their respective academic discipline as well as the relevant applied disciplines. A position currently exists in the Department of Chemistry for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physical Chemistry.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

  • Lecture at undergraduate level on first year general chemistry and specialist courses in Physical Chemistry;
  • Conduct independent and collaborative publishable research;
  • Supervise postgraduate students;
  • Initiate collaborative research projects with scientists from all disciplines within and outside the University;
  • Interact with research and development projects of the local and international industry;
  • Expand collaboration with academics world-wide;
  • Solicit research funding from industry and funding agencies locally and internationally;
  • Participate in community based programmes.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Lecturer:

  • A PhD in Physical Chemistry;
  • A publication record;
  • Experience in lecturing in Physical Chemistry.


Senior Lecturer (same as for Lecturer, plus):

  • Record of supervision of postgraduate students.

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

  • Ability to attract postgraduate students;
  • Good language and communication skills;
  • Ability to work under pressure;
  • Good interpersonal and leadership skills.

 

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

  • NRF rating or evidence of being evaluated (Senior Lecturer);
  • Experience in leading joint research projects;
  • Experience in working in teams both nationally and internationally;
  • Knowledge of Computational modelling or Thermal Analysis or Crystallography;
  • Record of fundraising for research projects;
  • Post-doctoral experience.

 

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 comprehensive 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 peer reviewers (academic and research);
  • Self-evaluation.

 

CLOSING DATE: 31 October 2016

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Prof Vinesh Maharaj, Tel: (012) 420 3095

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­15 December 2016, 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.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

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