Senior Lecturer/Lecturer (Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment: Department of Mechanical Engineering Science) (Re-Advert)

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, to read the bold UJ Strategic Plan 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJs mission is To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge. The University is guided by the vision of building An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future."

Job Description

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

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The Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment prides itself in its vibrant, dynamic and diverse engineering community of scholars who are passionate about enhancing the learning experience of students, enhancing the research profile of the Faculty and enhancing the academic, social and economic impact of the Facultys teaching and research programmes.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering Science offers the ECSA accredited Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (BEng) programme, and the Masters and PhD in Engineering postgraduate programmes. The candidate will be expected to teach, perform research, supervise students and participate in services required by the Department.

Responsibilities

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the mechanical engineering disciplines of (not limited to) Design, Thermodynamics, Graphical Communications, Thermofluids, Theory of Machines, Theromachines, Manufacturing Methods, Sustainable Energy etc.
• Computer literacy in typical Mechanical Engineering software packages (for example: Solidwork, ANSYS, Mathematica, LabView, etc.).
• Conducting research, publishing papers, supervising projects and laboratory work (at undergraduate and postgraduate level).
• Being involved in all the Departmental academic and administrative activities (e.g. invigilation, participation in official meetings and gatherings).
• Supervise postgraduate students (Masters and Doctorate).
• Liaising with Industry so that the Department can get research projects and funding for students.
• Be involved in community engagement.

Minimum Requirements

Requirements for Senior Lecturer:

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering (preferred, due to ECSA requirement) or a closely related (NQF 10 or equivalent);
• A minimum of three years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution, or
• Evidence of strong research outputs, and postgraduate supervision.

Recommendations:

• Eligible for Registration with a local professional body (e.g., ECSA) within the first year of employment.
• A minimum of three years' industrial experience.
• Strong publications record, and the ability to seek significant funding.

Competencies:

• Relevant evidence of discipline advancement and / or community engagement projects.
• Fluent in English, teaching demonstration would be required.
• Evidence of strong research capacity.
• Evidence of relevant industrial participant.
• Evidence of professional development.

Minimum Requirements For Lecturer:

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, and a Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred, due to ECSA requirement) or a closely related (NQF 9 or equivalent);
• Registered as a Candidate Engineer (with eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer within the first year of appointment)
• A minimum of one - three years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution

Recommendations:

• Eligible for Registration with a local professional body (e.g., ECSA) within the first year of employment.
• Evidence of research outputs.

Competencies:

• Relevant evidence of discipline advancement and / or community engagement projects.
• Fluent in English, teaching demonstration would be required.
• Evidence of professional development.

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding job content: Prof Nkosinathi Madushele (Head of Department) at Tel. (011) 559 2538

Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mr. Mandisa Malindisa (HCM Business Partner) at Tel. (011) 559 4097