Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor (One post) - Department of Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbi

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:

• Scarce skills teaching and mentoring capacity in Population Genetics at senior undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• Leading an independent research programme in the Department to contribute to research and postgraduate supervision;
• Networking with associated research groups and entities at UP, as well as fostering international collaboration;
• Contributing to the research and mentoring mandate of the Future Africa initiative.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Senior Lecturer:

• A PhD-degree in Genetics with evidence of specialisation in Population Genetics;
• An established publication record and evidence of local recognition (if from a South African university, NRF Y-rating);
• Evidence of current and completed postgraduate student supervision at MSc and PhD levels;
• Successful acquisition of research funding;
• Teaching experience and curriculum development at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.

Associate Professor:

• A PhD-degree in Genetics with evidence of specialisation in Population Genetics;
• An established publication record and evidence of international recognition (if from a South African university, NRF C-rating);
• Evidence of current and completed postgraduate student supervision at MSc and PhD levels;
• Successful acquisition of research funding;
• Teaching experience and curriculum development at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• In-depth subject knowledge in Genetics, with specialisation in Population Genetics;
• Excellent communication skills and computer literacy;
• A student-centred mind-set;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Teamwork and good interpersonal skills;
• Multi-disciplinary research skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• More than five years' experience in a tertiary environment;
• Specialisation in molecular ecology with applications in conservation biology, invasion biology and/or reconstruction of population history;
• Membership/affiliation of national scientific and professional bodies;
• Evidence of community engagement activities;
• A driver's licence.

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: 26 October 2018

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

ENQUIRIES: Prof Paulette Bloomer, Tel: (+27 12) 420 3259, E-mail: paulette.bloomer@up.ac.za

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­31 December 2018, 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.

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