Lecturer in the New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) Specialising in Finance/Banking needed at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Teach courses in Finance/Banking including specific specialisations that may include banking, financial risk management, financial markets and institutions, derivative instruments, portfolio/investment management, or corporate finance to undergraduate and/or postgraduate students.
• Assist and contribute meaningfully to core activities of the Department, such as academic administration, research, marketing, seminars, and community development projects.
• Participate in formal development programmes within the UFS aimed at strengthening aspirations and skills as a researcher and lecturer.
• Assist in mentoring and supervising postgraduate students at Honours and Master’s level.
• Conduct collaborative research in Finance/Banking.
• Complete PhD studies in instances where this has not yet been completed.
• Publish in scholarly DHET-Accredited journals.
• Disseminate research at conferences, seminars, or workshops specialising in Finance/Banking.

Inherent requirements:

• Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in finance/Banking or related field, passed with a minimum of 70% (please attach academic record).
• The candidate must be a registered PhD candidate (please attach proof) or intend to register within the first year of the appointment with clear evidence of research focused on the above-stated specialisations. 

Recommendations:

• A PhD degree on NQF Level 10 in Finance/Banking or related field.
• Knowledge of current topics and developments within the fields of Finance or Banking.
• Aspirations to pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst or Financial Risk Manager professional designation upon completion of PhD studies. 
• Evidence of previous lecturing experience will be an advantage.
• Evidence of published article(s) in DHET-accredited journals will be an advantage.
• Possess the necessary skills and knowledge in using software including Eviews, Stata, SmartPLS, or SPSS (including Amos). 
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of coding language including Python and R and apply this in the disciplines of Finance/Banking.
• Possess effective communication skills (verbal and written), good facilitation, training, and presentation skills.