Senior Lecturer

4 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa University of Johannesburg Full time
Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture: Postgraduate School of Architecture)

Advert reference: uj_001796

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 16 February 2025

Position Summary

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Open to all

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor's vision of "Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa".

The UJ Faculty of Art Design & Architecture (FADA) seeks to appoint a Senior Lecturer in the Graduate School of Architecture (GSA). The GSA is the largest graduate school of architecture in Africa and has established itself as a progressive and innovative nexus of architectural training, education, and research. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the shaping, management, and delivery of world-class programmes in Architecture as part of the school's hallmark transformative pedagogical and research goals.

Responsibilities:

  • Teaching and assessing in relevant postgraduate modules, including the joint professional BArch(Hons)/MArch programme, the MArch (DTP), PhD and Advanced Design Research initiatives.
  • Contributing to the supervision of postgraduate students in the GSA's Unit System.
  • Leading research efforts in practice-based and creative outputs, especially in the fields of architecture, design realisation (making), history, theory, and practice.
  • Developing and expanding the GSA's national and international profile and partnerships.
  • Contributing to the administration, leadership, and strategic initiatives within the GSA.
  • Engaging in societal and professional community outreach that enhances the profile of the GSA, the Faculty and university.
  • Contributing to ongoing research projects, exhibitions, and other creative outputs.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A relevant doctorate (NQF 10 level) PhD and a sustained track record of teaching and research with a specialised course or programme; or an appropriate professional qualification and significant relevant professional experience at a senior level.
  • Extensive experience in professional architectural practice.
  • A proven record of research, including peer-reviewed publications, exhibitions, or other creative outputs.
  • A demonstrated ability to lead Unit System teaching and engage with both practice-led and design-led research.
  • At least three years of tertiary-level teaching experience.
  • Expertise in architectural history and theory, with a focus on cultural theory, African, diasporic, or post-colonial architectural practices.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

  • High level of energy, commitment, and passion for architectural education and research.
  • Strong planning, organisational, team-working and administrative skills.
  • Excellent communication skills in written, spoken, and academic English.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural and diverse environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work within the collegial atmosphere of the GSA.
  • A commitment to transforming architectural pedagogy and practice, particularly in the context of African and diasporic architecture.
  • A strong understanding of contemporary and emerging design pedagogies, including research-led practice and teaching.

Recommendations:

  • Evidence of postgraduate supervision, especially at Master's and ideally at doctoral level.
  • Skills in other aspects of the Architecture programme will be considered an advantage.
  • An NRF rating or the ability to obtain one in three years will be considered an advantage.
  • Registration with South African Council for the Architectural Profession - or in the case of international candidates evidence of equivalent level of registration/licensure.
  • Experience or ability to work with the concepts of Decolonization and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
  • Familiarity with online learning platforms/ blended learning tools.

Enquiries:

Job content enquiries: Prof Mark Raymond on Tel: (011) 559 1604

Your application must include a detailed Curriculum Vitae and the names and full contact details of at least three traceable and credible referees. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies, and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.

Please note that the University is obligated to assess all prospective employees against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may impact possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.

Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

The University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and individuals from historically disadvantaged groups. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

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