Junior LecturerLecturer MQA Grant (TBR0289) (Re-Advertisement)

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Junior Lecturer/Lecturer in the School of Industrial Engineering Centre for Sustainable Mining will be responsible for undergraduate teaching and learning research as well as postgraduate student supervision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning

• Develop coursework and present PGDip in IE with sustainability and sustainable mining modules.

Leadership management and service to NWU

• Provide service to the NWU by contributing to the achievement of goals.

Administration

• Be willing to undergo attend and complete training successfully.

• A minimum of two (2) years of evidence of independent research or industry experience.

In addition to the above

JUNIOR LECTURER:

• A B. Eng degree or equivalent in relevant discipline (NQF level 8).

LECTURER:

• An M. Eng degree in a relevant discipline (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCE:

• Registered with ECSA.
• Membership of appropriate academic and professional networks.
• A minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience - Junior Lecturer.

KEY 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 educationaldevelopment and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology eFundi etc.) to enhance the ongoing changes of thelearning 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 the ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good planning and organising skills as well as good report writing skills.
• High level of professional and ethical conduct.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work without supervision and solve challenges as they arise.
• Ability to work within a group.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Decision-making skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Self-motivation and confidence.

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: Dr. Sihe Nhleko on

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

CLOSING DATE: 3 October 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

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

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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