Senior Lecturer: Department of Computer Science and

Job Title- Senior Lecturer: Department of Computer Science and Informatics (Job ID: 5987)- Organizational Unit- University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Computer Science and Informatics- Contract Type- Permanent- Occupational Level- Junior Management- Location- Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary) - Closing Date- 3/12/2024- Description**Duties and responsibilities** - Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Data Science. - Supervise honours, master's and doctoral students in Computer Science, Information Systems and/or Data Science. - Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text mining, Computer Science Education, Eye-tracking, Human-Computer Interaction, Digital Inclusion, and Community Engagement in IT. **Inherent Job Requirements**: - Senior Lecturer - A PhD in Computer Science/ Information Systems/ Data Science on NQF Level 10. - Proven experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programming modules such as Data Structures, Design Patterns, Algorithms and/or Computer Networking. - 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**: - Specialisation in Data Science. - Competencies**Key Competencies Required**: - **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 focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. - The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues. - **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 be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations. - The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people. **Required Documents** - 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**: As soon as possible. **Closing date**: 3 December 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**: **General**: