Associate Professor in Information Systems

2 weeks ago


Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa University of the Western Cape Full time
Title of Position- Associate Professor in Information Systems- Post Number Faculty/Department- University of the Western Cape -> Economics & Management Sciences -> Information Systems- Type of Position- Permanent - Full Time- Length of Contract Period- Location- Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)- Closing Date- 20/2/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas


The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance.


The University of the Western Cape's strategic plan is underpinned by a number of strategic priorities, amongst which the alignment and responsiveness of its academic project to the rapidly evolving knowledge, information and digital society is paramount.

The Department of Information Systems plays an important role in supporting this strategic imperative. The Department prides itself on developing highly qualified professionals and researchers in Information Systems and associated fields. The Department offers both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Information Systems. At the undergraduate level, the Department offers a BCom Information Systems Degree.

Post-graduate programmes include a BCom Honours, Postgraduate Diplomas in Data Analytics and e-Logistics; both a structured and research Master's Degree and a PhD in Information Systems.


  • Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Information Systems programmes
  • Conduct research and publish in mutually agreed Information Systems related foci
  • Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate supervision
  • Provide academic leadership and administration
  • Undertake curriculum development and assessment
  • Undertake community engagement and outreach
  • Identify and pursue collaborative networks and research partnerships to advance the academic project

Minimum Requirements

  • A PhD degree or equivalent in the field of Information Systems, Computer Science or a closely related discipline
  • Demonstrated experience in facilitating learning, at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Information Systems
  • Relevant industry or teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: Data Analytics, Software Development, Database Design
  • A track record of quality peerreviewed publications in Information Systems and related knowledge areas
  • A record of successfully supervising postgraduate students
  • The integration of community engagement for societal impact with learning and teaching and/or research
  • Evidence of expertise, national standing, and where appropriate, an international presence in the Information Systems or associated fraternities.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment
  • Student focused approach
  • Coaching and mentoring skills
  • Planning and organising skills
  • Advanced computing proficiencies
  • E-Learning skills
  • Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline and in the core strategic areas, namely learning and teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement as well as professional leadership


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