Lecturer/senior Lecturer: Climatology

3 months ago


Bloemfontein, South Africa University of the Free State Full time

Job Title- Lecturer/Senior Lecturer: Climatology (Job ID: 5901)- Organizational Unit- University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Soil, Crop and Climate Sciences- Contract Type- Permanent- Occupational Level- Junior Management- Location- Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)
- Closing Date- 9/10/2024- Description**Duties and responsibilities**:

- Strengthen the research agenda and skills set of the agrometeorology section and the Research Chair in Agriculture and Climate Change in the Department of Soil, Crop and Climate Sciences.
- Teach undergraduate and Honours modules in the field of climatology, agrometeorology and climate change, as well as the supervision of research activities conducted by MSc and PhD students.
- Function as an independent researcher who sets up and carries out research activities that lead to relevant scientific outputs and contribute to advancing our knowledge in the field of climatology, climate change and/or the impacts thereof on agriculture in South Africa and beyond.

**Inherent requirements**:
**Lecturer**
- A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Climatology, Agrometeorology or a closely related field (for a permanent appointment).

or
- Master’s degree on NQF Level 9 in Climatology, Agrometeorology or a closely related field (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Climatology, Agrometeorology or a closely related field MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
- Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
- Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
- A good academic record.

**Senior Lecturer**
- PhD on NQF Level 10 in Climatology, Agrometeorology or a closely related field.
- Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national scholarly conferences.
- Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
- An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
- Proven experience in supervision of graduated master’s degree students.
- A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
- Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.

**Recommendations**:

- Knowledge and skills in the field of climate dynamics, climate change and variability, climate modelling and statistics, and an interest in intersections between climate and the agricultural sector.
- Academic knowledge and skills underpinned by a credible track record of scientific publications in internationally recognised journals.
- Proven ability to attract research funding.
- Ability to connect with students and have experience with lecturing and the supervision of MSc and PhD students. Good verbal communication skills are important.
- Competencies**Required competencies**:

- **Results-oriented.**:

- The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.

**- Strategic thinking.**
- The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.

**- Business Acumen**:

- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.

**- Leading.**
- The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

**- Building coalitions**
- The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
- The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
- Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
- Copies of all academic records (applicable where inherently required).
- A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
- Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
- A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
- Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

**Assumption of duties**:
01 January 2025.

**Closing date**:
09 October 2024.

**Salary**:
The salary is available on request.

**Fringe benefits**:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

**Enquiries**:
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