Lecturer (Faculty of Science: Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics) (X2 Posts)

**Advert reference**: uj_001844 **Advert status**: Online **Position Summary** **Industry**:Education & Training**Job category**:Education and Training**Campus**:Auckland Park Kingsway Campus**Contract**:Permanent**Remuneration**:Market Related**EE position**:Open to all**Level**:Skilled**Introduction** The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future". **Job description** - The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics offers a wide variety of lecturing and research opportunities. We teach a broad range of modules catering to Mathematics and Applied Mathematics majors and the full range of BSc qualifications, as well as numerous service modules aimed at students in the Faculties of Engineering and the Built Environment, Economics and Financial Sciences, Education, and Management. We run vibrant honours programmes in pure and applied mathematics, as well as dynamic MSc and PhD programmes. Research specialities include Functional Analysis, Graph Theory, Logic, Algebra, Dynamical Systems, Numerical Analysis, and Mathematical modelling. A collegial and cooperative atmosphere pervades the department.**Responsibilities**: - Must be able to lecture, coordinate, assess and tutor large undergraduate (service) modules in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics. - Must be active in research in any field of Mathematics or Applied mathematics that articulates well with the existing research interests of the department. - Must demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and productive research and play a leading role in teaching innovation. - Must be able to develop course material for Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics modules required in the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics. - Must contribute to departmental outreach and community engagement programmes. - Must be able to perform other academic or administrative duties as determined by the Head of Department. **Minimum requirements** - At least an MSc degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics and currently registered for a PhD in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics. - A minimum of 1 year experience lecturing undergraduate Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics modules. - Competent to lecture any topic in Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics to undergraduate programmes. - Evidence of research output or proof of registration for PhD. - Lecturing honours level Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics modules. - Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g. an abridged teaching evaluation or portfolio. - Strong commitment to good teaching and research. - Sound communication skills in English. **Competencies and Behavioural Attributes**: - Good academic and administrative skills. - Excellent presentation skills. - The ability to work under pressure. - A high level of proficiency in spoken and written English. - Experience using advanced mathematical typesetting software. - Good interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial atmosphere. - The ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Strong work ethic and integrity. **Recommendations**: - PhD degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics. - Two or more years' of teaching experience at University level. - Research specialization that articulates well with the existing research interests of the department. - Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g. teaching evaluation or relevant portfolio. - Innovative teaching techniques incorporating technology. - NRF Rating would be an added advantage. - Ability to develop new undergraduate and postgraduate modules. - Able to teach large groups (± 150 students). **Enquiries**: **Enquiries regarding the job content**:Prof F Nyabadza on Tel: (011) 559 2305**Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits**:Mr Lubabalo Mgedezi (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 3010/3892