Open Positions at University of the Witwatersrand

Brief Description        
Duties:

• Teaching under-graduates, including pre-clinical and clinical training
• Development of an active research programme
• Participation in all academic activities of the Department and School, including related administrative tasks
• Service rendering as determined by the Department

Qualification, Experience and Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Dentistry
• Registration with the HPCSA as independent practitioner
• As this is a developmental position, it is envisaged that applicants will have less than 5 years experience
• Interest in further academic development is an advantage

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Brief Description        
Job title: Lecturer Drama Therapy (50% Post) Permanent Appointment 

Duties:

• Teaching theory and practice of Drama Therapy at Honours, Masters or Short Course levels;
• Compiling the course outline and course reading material;
• Monitoring and reporting on student attendance and progress;
• Coordinating course examinations and submission of course marks;
• Research Supervision at Honours and Master’s levels in Drama Therapy;
• Contributing personal creative and traditional research output to Drama for Life, WSOA;
• Contributing toward clinical, psycho-educational, community-based and theatre therapy project supervision and Drama Therapy site partnerships;
• Making a significant contribution to curriculum development for an integrated and embodied Drama, Theatre and Performance approach to mental health, illness and disease for the purposes of a human rights and social justice culture appropriate to South Africa and the global condition;
• Support with academic administration, departmental governance, school level committee representation, student consultations, attend staff meetings and related activities as workload allows.

Qualifications and Requirements 

• An Honours and a Master’s degree in Drama Therapy as a professional field of specialisation;
• Demonstrating a clear PhD trajectory.
• Registered as a Drama Therapist with the HPCSA;
• Evidence of personal creative and, or traditional forms of research (innovative workshops, performances, arts interventions, chapters, videography and documentary etc.)

One or more of the following specialisations:

• Experience in Dance Movement Therapies or related Arts Therapies with teaching experience on tertiary level.
• Experience in the coordination and supervision of clinical sites, schools and community centres for the placement of Hons and MA drama Therapy and Applied Drama and Theatre students, for the successful completion of their degrees.
• Experience in managing and coordinating student wellness programmes and support on a departmental level, integrated with the development and coordination of internships to support graduate transition into the world of work in the fields of Drama Therapy and Applied Drama and Theatre.

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Brief Description        
Applicants are expected to have:

• a PhD,
• exceptional qualitative methodologies knowledge and skills,
• exceptional mixed methods research design knowledge and skills,
• a working knowledge of quantitative research methodologies,
• demonstrated experience of teaching qualitative research methodologies to postgraduate students with varying levels of aptitude (experience in CLM disciplines would be an advantage),
• experience of supervising master’s students and/or PhD candidates to completion,
• demonstrated experience of online and blended teaching (experience of working with Canvas would be an advantage),
• an interest in teaching and/or research, which may be evidenced by research and publication in higher education (broadly), and/or research methods and/or the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL).

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualise, implement, and manage a range of faculty-wide initiatives/programmes on qualitative research methodologies and mixed methods research designs that are responsive to the needs of postgraduate students, research coordinators, supervisors, and relevant members of senior management.
• Support CLM postgraduates to learn how to conceptualise, design, and conduct research.
• Support CLM postgraduates to learn how to analyse and interpret data from qualitative and mixed methods studies.
• Consult with CLM postgraduate students and their supervisors about research methods.
• Stay at the leading edge of contemporary thinking in higher education broadly and research methodologies specifically.

 Engagement and Interaction

• Participate in training, workshops, and symposia.
• Participate in relevant committees, working groups, and task teams.
• Build networks with relevant stakeholders, including supervisors, research degree coordinators, and relevant members of senior management.
• Interact with School and Faculty Graduate Studies Committees.
• Work with other members of the CLM TLU around strategy and crosspollination of initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Evidenced proficiency in a range of qualitative research methodologies.
• A working knowledge of quantitative research methodologies.
• Proficiency in using and teaching a range of mixed methods research designs and qualitative research software such as NVivo or ATLAS.ti.
•  Highly developed interpersonal skills appropriate to working effectively in a range of contexts and settings with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent English oral presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Experience of working with online and digital technologies.
• Excellent organisational and project-management skills.
• Reliability and conscientiousness, with the ability to follow through with responsibilities.
• The ability to be self-directed: anticipating needs and taking initiative.
• The flexibility to adapt, and to optimise resources in an emerging/changing environment.
• The ability to work independently or in a team, and to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities.
• A high level of proficiency in MS Office and related applications, and in using learning management systems.

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Brief Description        
Applicants are expected to have:

• a PhD,
• exceptional quantitative methodologies and statistics knowledge and skills,
• a working knowledge of qualitative and mixed methods research methodologies,
• demonstrated experience of teaching research methodologies and statistics to postgraduate students with varying levels of aptitude (experience in CLM disciplines would be an advantage),
• experience of supervising master’s students and/or PhD candidates to completion,
• demonstrated experience of online and blended teaching (experience of working with Canvas would be an advantage),
• an interest in teaching and/or research, which may be evidenced by research and publication in higher education (broadly), and/or research methods and/or the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL).

 Key Responsibilities

• conceptualize, implement, and manage a range of faculty-wide initiatives/programmes on quantitative research methodologies and statistics that are responsive to the needs of postgraduate students, research coordinators, supervisors, and relevant members of senior management.
• Support CLM postgraduates to learn how to conceptualise, design, and conduct research.
• Support CLM postgraduates to learn how to analyse, interpret, and consolidate quantitative data using relevant statistics software.
• Consult with CLM postgraduate students and their supervisors about research and statistical analysis.
• Stay at the leading edge of contemporary thinking in higher education broadly and research methodologies specifically.
• Engagement and Interaction
• Participate in training, workshops, and symposia.
• Participate in relevant committees, working groups, and task teams.
• Build networks with relevant stakeholders, including supervisors, research degree coordinators, and relevant members of senior management.
• Interact with School and Faculty Graduate Studies Committees.
• Work with other members of the CLM TLU around strategy and crosspollination of initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Evidenced proficiency in a range of quantitative research methodologies.
• A working knowledge of qualitative and mixed methods research methodologies.
• Proficiency in using and teaching SPSS and STATA (knowledge of or proficiency in other relevant statistics packages, including the use of SAS, R, and/or Python, would be an advantage).
• Proficiency in the use of data collection tools (e.g., Qualtrics) and data management tools.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills appropriate to working effectively in a range of contexts and settings with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent English oral presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Experience of working with online and digital technologies.
• Excellent organisational and project-management skills.
• Reliability and conscientiousness, with the ability to follow through with responsibilities.
• The ability to be self-directed: anticipating needs and taking initiative.
• The flexibility to adapt, and to optimise resources in an emerging/changing environment.
• The ability to work independently or in a team, and to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities.
• A high level of proficiency in MS Office and related applications, and in using learning management systems.

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QUALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• At the Professor/Associate Professor level, a Doctoral degree in Structural Engineering/Design with a focus on Reinforced Concrete Structures is essential.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering is also required.
• The successful candidate will have a proven track record of independent high-quality research outputs in refereed publications and evidence of excellence in teaching, course development, academic administration, planning, and development. Strong evidence of successful postgraduate student supervision, including PhD students, is essential.
• The candidate should have a successful record of obtaining external research funding, with the potential for securing further funding in the future.
• The successful candidate will also have evidence of local and/or international research collaborations and experience in contributing to academic leadership. South African citizens and permanent residents currently employed in academia must possess a National Research Foundation (NRF) rating (https://www.nrf.ac.za/rating/). Industrial and international applicants must have a research profile that meets the requirements for an NRF rating. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PrEng), or eligibility for registration with ECSA, is essential.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• A teaching qualification, relevant industry experience, and involvement in academic leadership would be advantageous.

YOUR ROLE:

•  The same as for Senior Lecturer, plus.
• Develop and sustain a productive research programme.
• Maintain a record of high-quality research outputs including books and journal papers.
• Be actively involved in research, innovation and impact at a national and international level, as well as contributing to the School’s activities. • Provide mentorship to emerging researchers in the School and Faculty.
• Contribute effectively to the administrative processes and committee structures of the School, including taking on leadership roles and where appropriate, managing initiatives which facilitate School, Faculty or University performance. Enquiries: Professor Mike Otieno; Head of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering

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SENIOR LECTURER IN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING/DESIGN QUALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• At the Senior Lecturer level, a Doctoral degree in Structural Engineering / Design with a focus on Steel Structures is essential.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Structural Engineering is also required.
• The successful candidate will possess a strong research interest in structural dynamics and numerical modeling, a developing track record of research outputs in refereed publications of internationally excellent quality, and evidence of successful postgraduate student supervision.
• Additionally, a record of teaching in a university environment is essential. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PrEng), or eligibility for registration with ECSA, is also required (https://www.ecsa.co.za/register/).

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• An NRF rating, a record of securing research funding, relevant industry experience, and evidence of research collaborations would be advantageous.

YOUR ROLE:

• To teach discipline-related engineering courses as well as other basic civil engineering topics at undergraduate level.
• To supervise the research of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• To lead a postgraduate coursework programme.
• To contribute towards research and innovation through publications in high-quality outlets, including conference proceedings, journal papers, and book chapters.

YOUR ROLE:

• The same as for Senior Lecturer, plus.
• Develop and sustain a productive research programme.
• Maintain a record of high-quality research outputs including books and journal papers. • Be actively involved in research, innovation and impact at a national and international level, as well as contributing to the School’s activities.
• Provide mentorship to emerging researchers in the School and Faculty.
• Contribute effectively to the administrative processes and committee structures of the School, including taking on leadership roles and where appropriate, managing initiatives which facilitate School, Faculty or University performance. Enquiries: Professor Mike Otieno; Head of the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering

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QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants should hold a relevant PhD with evidence of significant professional and/or scholarly achievements and a strong research profile.
• The successful appointee will be of high national and international standing, possess advanced leadership and managerial skills and demonstrate ability to co-ordinate the academic and professional vision of the constituent disciplines.
• Evidence of management at academic positions would be an advantage. South African citizens and permanent residents currently employed in academia must be in possession of a National Research Foundation (NRF) rating (https://www.nrf.ac.za/rating/). Professional registration, or eligibility for international applicants is recommended.
• The Head will be expected to provide academic vision and leadership to the School. S/he will be expected to develop and maintain the reputation of research and teaching excellence.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relations with industry. S/he will be responsible for ensuring that academic and administrative systems and processes operate effectively, and the School meets its Faculty’s strategic goals by participating in University-wide decision-making processes.
• The successful candidate is also expected to provide leadership towards initiatives for fund-raising and providing support for special projects, research or development projects within the School.
• The standard contractual period of employment is 5 years, after which the candidate may seek another term or be integrated into an appropriate teaching and research position in the School. If the appointee is an existing member of the permanent staff, s/he will revert to her/his previous academic position.

DUTIES:

• To provide academic vision and leadership to the school.
• To develop and maintain the reputation of research and teaching excellence.
• To manage academic and support staff recruitment, evaluation, and professional growth, promoting diversity and inclusion.
• To develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with industry partners, government agencies, and other academic institutions.
• To create an inclusive and supportive environment for students, promoting their academic success and well-being.
• To manage the school’s budget, allocating resources effectively to support teaching, research, administration and infrastructure needs.
• To raise external funding and support for special projects within the school.
• To represent the school within the university and at professional conferences.

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Brief Description        
Minimum qualification/requirements/criteria:

• An appropriate PhD in Mathematics or equivalent
• Teaching experience at tertiary level
• Evidence of research
• Proven experience in supervision (for Senior Lecturer)
• Proven experience in service applicable in the university context

Duties:

• The successful candidate will be expected to participate in teaching all aspects of the discipline at undergraduate level, maintain an active research profile and participate in the administration of the School, Faculty and University.

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Brief Description        
Qualifications, skills, and experience required:

• An LLB or equivalent qualification
• Admitted as an attorney of the High Court or eligible for admission as an attorney.
• Minimum 4 years litigation experience
• Demonstrated experience in human rights research and advocacy
• Proficiency in several South African languages will be an advantage
• Good oral and written communication skills in English

Key responsibilities:

• Contributing to strategic litigation in line with CALS’ vision
• Engaging in advocacy projects in line with CALS’ vision
• Conducting research in support of CALS’ advocacy and litigation
• Representing CALS in civil society forums
• Contributing to the management of organisational partnerships including with social movement partners.
• Contributing to training candidate attorneys and interns

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Requirements:
The successful applicant will be expected to actively participate in the following:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Investments and/or Corporate Finance
• Conducting research
• Supervision of postgraduate students
• Administration and academic citizenship activities
• Completion of PhD if not already holding the degree
• Specialize in financial data science under the mentorship program

Minimum qualifications:
Applicants for the above position should meet the following qualification requirements:

•  Master’s degree in the field of Finance
•  Evidence of successful teaching
•  Data analytical skills will be additional advantage
•  A PhD Qualification in Finance will be an added advantage
•  Supervision of postgraduate students is desirable.

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Requirements, Key Performance Areas & Competencies

• The successful candidate is expected to establish an active and well-funded research programme, publishing research in internationally accredited journals, as well as attracting and graduating talented postgraduate students.
• They will be required to teach undergraduate courses, mainly linked to sedimentology and stratigraphy and contribute to leading and organising at least one field trip at an undergraduate level.

Applicants must provide evidence of:

• A PhD in geological sciences.
• A track record of skills and research interests in the broad fields of sedimentology, stratigraphy and palaeoclimate.
• Strong field mapping skills and the ability to co-lead undergraduate mapping field trips.
• Skills in geological and/or computational modelling as applied to sedimentological or palaeoclimatic datasets.
• Appropriate evidence of excellent postgraduate student supervision and mentorship.
• An independent research record with publications in internationally recognised journals will be essential for the senior lecturer position.
• An appropriate record of fundraising for research projects and postgraduate student support.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.