Part-Time Lecturer Positions in the Faculty of Engineering (3 Positions) (TB001353)

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Potchefstroom

Contract: Temporary

Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF ENGINEERING POSITION NUMBER: TB001353 VACANCY: PART-TIME LECTURE POSITIONS IN THE FACULTY OF ENGINEERING PEROMNES: A8/ A9 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: TEMPORARY PART-TIME / FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Temporary, part-time (3 years) lecturing positions in the NWU Faculty of Engineering

The NWU Faculty of Engineering is inviting applications from experienced practicing or retired professionals for part-time, online remote teaching positions in our Postgraduate Diploma Programmes (PGDip) (https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/postgraduate).

• PGDip (Nuclear Science and Technology)

Also with specialization in Nuclear Technology Management.

• PGDip (Industrial Engineering)

Also with specialization in Sustainability.

Also with specialization in Sustainable Mining.

We are also seeking recent B.Eng graduates for part-time assistant lecturer positions in our B.Eng programmes (https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/undergraduate).

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

• Preparation of study guides and subject material.
• Delivery of lectures.
• Marking and assessment.
• General module administration.

Research

Administration

Minimum Requirements

Junior Lecturer

• A relevant B.Sc(Hons), B.ScEng or B.Eng degree (NQF level 8)

Lecturer, in addition to the above,

• An appropriate Masters degree (NQF level 9)
• Registerable with ECSA as professional engineer
• At least 5 years appropriate industry experience

In lieu of a covering letter provide us with an URL to a video no longer than 5 minutes in which you

• Introduce yourself.
• Outline which modules you would like to present.
• Describe the knowledge, experience, and network (if any) you bring to the role.
• Demonstrate competence with modern online teaching tools.

Ensure that Kelebogile.Oompie@nwu.ac.za has access to this video, but do not forward it as an e-mail attachment. E-mail attachments will not be downloaded.

Functional/Technical Competencies

Must be proficient in the following:

• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email and internet.
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• Research methodology and technical writing.
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students educational development and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changing of the learning and collaboration environment.
• Effective time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group.
• Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good planning and organising skills as well as good report writing skills A high level of professional and ethical conduct.

Behavioural Competencies

• Decision-making skills,
• analytical skills,
• confidence,
• self-motivation; and
• critical thinking.

REMUNERATION

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof. Liezl Van Dyk on 018 299 -1533

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mrs. Fadilha Minty on 018 299 4993

CLOSING DATE: 02 September 2024

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: January 2025

Kindly take note: Applications may only be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.

As part of the application process candidates should submit their latest CV, as well as a copy of their ID document and certified copies of all qualifications. Failure to submit at least these documents or submitting them via any other platform would result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the aforementioned Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.