Lecturer - Department of Information Science (2 posts) at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Department with specific reference to information ethics, knowledge management, competitive intelligence and research data management;
• Developing a research programme in an appropriate area of expertise, or expanding existing research programmes;
• Conducting both independent and collaborative research, publishing research articles in accredited journals, and presenting at applicable conferences;
• Supervision of postgraduate students at honours level;
• Curriculum development;
• Performing assigned departmental duties (e.g. of an administrative nature);
• Participating in the Department’s community service programmes.
• Participating in the Department’s strategic initiatives regarding teaching, research and community engagement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Lecturer

• A B-degree from a University in one of the relevant undergraduate programmes that is recognised by one of the respective Professional Councils in South Africa, plus;
• A Master’s degree in Information Science, Knowledge Management, Information Management or a related discipline;
• Teaching or industry related experience;
• 1 Publication (peer reviewed article or peer reviewed conference paper) or
• Book chapter(s), recognised articles outputs or industry recognised outputs in a commensurate field.
• Evidence of reading towards or registration of PhD studies.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Evidence of teaching excellence;
• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching and research expertise that complement the Department’s research focus area specifically regarding Information Ethics, Knowledge Management, Competitive Intelligence and Research Data Management.
• Related industry work or consulting experience.