Professor.2.01

4 months ago


Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time

The University seeks to appoint a visionary leader of the Wits Mining Institute on a five-year fixed-term contract. A possible renewal for a second five-year term will be dependent on performance and availability of funding. A suitably qualified person will fill the vacant position of Director of the Wits Mining Institute at a Senior Lecturer or Adjunct Professor level.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**:
A PhD in an area of research aligned to the objectives of the Institute and extensive experience in fund-raising are a requirement. Other advantages that would be considered include - Registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Natural Scientist; a good track record demonstrating financial acumen; a good publication track record; supervision and/or examination of postgraduate MSc and PhD students; experience in developing and maintaining strong links with partners, nationally/internationally/within the university systems and industry; appropriate stature with the university community and the wider community in the field.

**DUTIES**:
Leading and directing the Institute research activities. Provide oversight and support to the various Research Centres within the Institute. Liaising with Schools and Faculties within the University, external funders, donors, enterprises, and institutions including setting up and managing contractual arrangements. Taking responsibility for the funding and sustainability of the Institute as a wholly externally funded entity. Managing the finances of the Institute and ensuring that funds received from any sources are used for the purpose which they were provided for. Compiling reports on the activities of the Institute for various stakeholders, including partners and University Committees. Ensuring adherence to acceptable accounting practices and submit any or all of the financial activities of the Institute to audit whenever appropriate. Drawing together researchers from multiple disciplines and contributing to leading-edge research. Identifying and addressing real challenges facing the mining industry. Playing an advocacy role for the Institute inside the University, as well as externally.

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- Closing date**:08 October 2024**

**Please note that given the thrust of the University’s strategic plan on transformation, preference may be given to appointable applicants from the under-represented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University.**
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