The following generic criteria are applicable:

Requirements: 

• Master’s degree Physics 
• Eligibility and willingness to register for a Doctoral qualification
• Teaching and research ability is highly recommended 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in discharging duties 
• Computer literacy.
• Interest in becoming an academic 
• Be 40 years or younger 
• Evidence of eligibility to undertake postgraduate study at a Doctoral level 
• Be willing to commit to placement at the University of Venda for the full 6 years of the programme consisting of three years of development and three years of induction as an academic.

Duties: 

• Lecture students at undergraduate and postgraduate level 
• Initiate and be involved in community engagement initiatives 
• Curriculum and programme development  
• Setting and assessment of exam papers and assessing portfolio of evidence Supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and undertake research 
• Involvement in departmental research and publications 
• Assist with administrative duties in the department and/or school 
• Attendance of developmental workshops for teaching and learning 
• Participation in tutoring and mentoring activities 
• Participation in all components and activities of the nGAP programme for the duration of the contract 
• Completion of doctoral degree in the relevant field of specialization during the first 3 years of employment as an nGAP Lecturer.