Lecturer (Faculty of Science: Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics) needed at University of Johannesburg

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Job title : Lecturer (Faculty of Science: Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics)

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : April 04, 2025

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Responsibilities:

The successful candidate:

  • Must be able to lecture, coordinate, assess and tutor large undergraduate (service) modules in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics.
  • Must be active in research in any field of Mathematics or Applied mathematics that articulates well with the existing research interests of the department.
  • Must demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and productive research and play a leading role in teaching innovation.
  • Must be able to develop course material for Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics modules required in the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics.
  • Must contribute to departmental outreach and community engagement programmes.
  • Must be able to perform other academic or administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department.

Minimum requirements

  • At least an MSc degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics and currently registered for a PhD in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics.
  • A minimum of 1 year experience lecturing undergraduate Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics modules.
  • Competent to lecture any topic in Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics to undergraduate programmes.
  • Evidence of research output or proof of registration for PhD.
  • Lecturing honours level Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics modules.
  • Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g. an abridged teaching evaluation or portfolio.
  • Strong commitment to good teaching and research.
  • Sound communication skills in English.

Recommendations:

  • PhD degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics.
  • Two or more years’ of teaching experience at University level.
  • Research specialization that articulates well with the existing research interests of the department.
  • Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g. teaching evaluation or relevant portfolio.
  • Innovative teaching techniques incorporating technology.
  • NRF Rating would be an added advantage.
  • Ability to develop new undergraduate and postgraduate modules.
  • Able to teach large groups (± 150 students).

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