Lecturer.2.01

4 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand Full time

**Job Summary**:
**Key Performance Areas**:

- Oversees the smooth operation of the 1st year teaching laboratories including supervising laboratory technicians.
- Training of laboratory demonstrators and staff in the safe use of the Physics experimental setups. Provide technical support during laboratory sessions.
- Ensure that the equipment and apparatus used for experiments are in a good working condition.
- Maintain sufficient stocks of equipment and consumables to accommodate the large number of students. To replace and upgrade equipment where necessary.
- Perform stocktake after each teaching block.
- Must be able to diagnose and repair faulty equipment and apparatus, including electronic components. Work together with the School of Physics technical team.
- Develop new experiments and lecture demonstrations through engagement with Lab co-ordinators and lecturers.
- Write and/or update laboratory manuals and procedures.
- Maintain and upgrade existing lecture demonstrations and assist to facilitate use in lectures and outreach events.
- Ensure that the University’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and procedures are followed.
- Carry out administrative, tutoring and lecturing duties as required by the Head of School.
- Work independently or in teams on research projects to maintain publications.

**Key Competencies**:

- Planning and organisational skills to ensure smooth operation of the 1st year labs.
- Experience and understanding of Physics experiments.
- Good technical and problem-solving skills with a good understanding of electronics.
- Ability to work independently to strict deadlines.
- Strong troubleshooting and multitasking skills.
- Experience in lecturing 1st year Physics courses.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- PhD in Physics with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in teaching/ teaching laboratories.
- Postdoctoral research experience with a publication record and involvement in the supervision of postgraduate students are an **_added advantage._**

Detailed DescriptionJob RequirementsAdditional DetailsHow To Apply**Closing date**: Friday, 17 October 2025
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