Lecturer - Department of Zoology and Entomology - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

BACKGROUND:

The Department of Zoology and Entomology in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria envisions being a leading research and teaching department in the disciplines of zoology and entomology in Africa and internationally, recognised for the quality, relevance and impact of its research, and graduates that are sought after by all stakeholders.

The Department is highly productive with a strong emphasis on undergraduate and postgraduate training, mentoring of postdoctoral fellows, and research with a strong focus on biodiversity, systematics, and conservation of African fauna, along with classical disciplines of physiology, behaviour, mammalogy, and ecology. Within the University, the Department has active collaborations with other departments and research entities. It supports the University's institutional research themes and actively collaborates with industry.

An academic position is available in the Department for a Lecturer in either Zoology or Entomology with specialisation in a research field that expands the current research profile of the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will have a typical academic mandate of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervising masters and doctoral students, and producing research outputs through scientific papers published in international high-impact journals, and conference presentations. The incumbent will be expected to raise research funds and build a strong internationally acclaimed research programme.

In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Curriculum development, upgrading and updating course material;
• Participating in professional scientific societies;
• Participating in community engagement activities;
• Active involvement in Departmental, Faculty, and/or University administrative tasks.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD degree in Zoology or Entomology;
• Academic and teaching experience, as well as at least two years' practical work experience;
• An indication of an emerging research career with evidence of publications in high-quality academic journals in the relevant field;
• Experience in supervising/co-supervising MSc students.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Innovative thinking and new ideas on how to expand their research capacity in Africa and beyond;
• Research publications and output, as well as recognition in the field, will be considered;
• Appropriate language and communication skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A demonstrated ability to lead a research programme;
• Experience in supervising/co-supervising PhD students;
• Postdoctoral experience.

In applying for these posts, please attach:

• A comprehensive UP format CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of three peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Teaching Portfolio;
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 18 July 2024