FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY TROPICAL DISEASES
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT (ONE POST)
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- The strategic and operational management of the Department;
- Planning and managing the academic and research programmes of the Department;
- Promoting academic excellence in teaching and research;
- Recruiting and managing staff of the Department and promoting their continuous development;
- Managing the Departments budget and raising funds for departmental activities, including operating of contract laboratories;
- Aligning the vision and programme of the Department with the broader vision of the Faculty and the University;
- Providing and/or facilitating mentorship of young academics in the Department;
- Offering leadership in transformation initiatives.
- PhD in Microbiology, Immunology, Parasitology or Epidemiology or similar field in veterinary tropical diseases;
- Recognised academic status in infectious and/or parasitic diseases through research and publication record;
- Experience in managing academic, research and technical support staff;
- Strong leadership and excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills;
- Experience in high-level liaison with internal and external stakeholder and professional bodies;
- Experience in grantmanship and management of contract studies.
- A BVSc, BVMCh or equivalent veterinary degree will be an advantage;
- Managerial experience at a tertiary, research or diagnostic institution;
- National Research Foundation (NRF) rating as a research scientist.
Applicants are requested to apply online, quoting the applicable reference number.
In Applying For This Post, Please Attach
- A comprehensive 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 peer reviewers (academic and research);
- Self-evaluation;
- Teaching portfolio;
- Your vision for the Department.
By applying, candidates agree to the appointment process as set out in the relevant UP policy document. This process can be accessed at http://www.up.ac.za/services/personnel/policies/w113E.doc.
Although candidates will be appointed permanently as Professor or Associate Professor, the headship is a fixed-term appointment of four years. Preference will be given to the incumbent for re-appointment for a second term if they are available for appointment.
CLOSING DATE: 19 March 2023
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
Enquiries
For application-related enquiries: Ms Granny Maseko (granny.maseko@up.ac.za), Tel: (012) 529 8495
For enquiries relating to the post content: Prof Vinny Naidoo (012) 529 8185
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2023, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.
