Senior Lecturer / Lecturer: Hydrogeophysics at Stellenbosch University

Duties/Pligte

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in geohydrology, groundwater exploration and introductory courses in geology, as required;
• Planning and supervision of under- and postgraduate field work and administration of modules;
• Supervision of research projects and postgraduate students on at least masters level;
• Conducting research and publication thereof in international journals relevant to the broader research field;
• Obtaining research funds from external sources;
• Service delivery at departmental level.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

• PhD in Earth Sciences, with a focus on geohydrology;
• Demonstrated knowledge of field-based geohydrology, groundwater exploration and/or groundwater numerical modelling;
• Publications in international journals in the relevant field commensurate with experience;
• Proven track record of teaching at the tertiary level (lecturer or teaching assistant pending the level of appointment);
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

For Appointment As Lecturer

• Demonstrated knowledge of field-based geohydrology, groundwater exploration and/or groundwater numerical modelling;
• A record of active research and research dissemination, e.g., through presentations at conferences;
• Experience with groundwater modelling software such as, MODFLOW, MODPATH, FEFLOW, or finite element/finite difference modelling methods.

For Appointment As Senior Lecturer

• Evidence of a sustained publication record in high-quality international journals;
• Proven ability to secure external funding;
• Experience in aquifer testing, aquifer delineation and groundwater exploration using geophysical methods;
• Proof of successful postgraduate supervision on at least master's level;
• Evidence of working in multidisciplinary research projects and active collaboration.

Applicants invited for interviews will be expected to present a lecture on their recent research and complete a written exercise intended to evaluate their hydrogeology knowledge and written communication skills.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling

• Post-doctoral or appropriate academic/industrial research experience;
• Teaching experience in geohydrology and/or hydrogeophysics;
• Good communication skills in Afrikaans.