Lecturer / Senior Lecturer - School of Chemistry

The School of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science invites applications for positions as Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer.

Minimum Requirements: 

The required qualification is a PhD in chemistry or equivalent.  The candidate would preferably have an interest in one of the core research areas of the School of Chemistry at the University (www.wits.ac.za/science/schools/chemistry/research/) including:

Computational Chemistry,  Materials Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Mass spectrometry.

Key Performance Areas: 

Overall responsibilities would include the teaching of general chemistry at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and the establishment of an independent research programme.

Key Competencies:  

The ability to work in a team environment would be an advantage. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

Remuneration:

A generous remuneration package which includes a retirement fund, medical aid, leave, bonus and study benefits, subject to the University's rules and regulations.

How To Apply

Applications: Submit a covering letter accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, NRF rating (if available), a brief research proposal, certified copies of all educational qualifications and identity document, and names and e-mail addresses of three referees.
 
Correspondence will be entered into with short‑listed candidates only. Short-listed applicants must be available for a personal or telephonic interview, and the presentation of a short seminar on the proposed line of research may be required.
 
Closing date: 15th March 2017
 
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment and continue searching after the closing date. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
 
“The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given, to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the university. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates”
 
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