FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY
LECTURER (HYDROGEOLOGIST)
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.
Background
The Department of Geology at UP would like to hire a lecturer to work with our Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology section. The department is well established in South Africa and abroad and conducts both teaching and research in a wide range of fields. The Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology section has been growing due to the limited number of South African universities that offer these degrees, and our honours students are sought after in industry, and many continue into MSc and PhD degrees. A specialist hydrogeologist, ideally with groundwater modelling expertise, would be preferred, but suitable candidates with relevant degrees in Hydrogeology or Engineering Geology will be considered.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Lecturing for undergraduate and honours level students in basic geology and hydrogeology related content as per departmental need;
- Acquiring research collaboration and/or research funding from external institutions;
- Supervision of postgraduate students at honours, masters, and PhD level;
- Publishing in ISI journals and assisting postgraduate students to do the same .
- An MSc in a relevant applied geological field, but a PhD or a similar degree with specialisation in hydrogeology would be preferred;
- At least six (6) months teaching experience within a university environment is required (Ideally the candidate has already taught an undergraduate or Honours course, but experience leading practicals or tutorials is also suitable).
- Familiarity with and ability to work in an academic university environment and capable of working in a team with others;
- Capability of creating and delivering specialist content in both lecture and practical format;
- Ability to organise and lead field trips independently;
- Potential to grow into an established researcher;
- Passion for teaching and research, and the ability to inspire students at all levels.
- Experience in industry will be beneficial seeing that our students become professional hydrogeologists;
- A record of postgraduate supervision at Honours, MSc or PhD level would be preferred;
- Involvement with voluntary associations and professionally registration with SACNASP would be preferred;
- Competence with MS Office and other common software;
- Experience in groundwater modelling and competence with relevant packages such as FEFLOW and/or MODFLOW would be greatly preferred.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
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 .
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
Enquiries
Ms A Hlatshwayo, Tel: (012) 420 6779 Email: art.hlatshwayo@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof James Roberts, Tel: (012) 420 3765 Email: james.roberts@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2025, 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. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
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.
