Professor (P5) /Assoc Prof (P6) /Sen Lecturer (P7): Botany (5-year contract)

Purpose
As a senior academic the incumbent will be expected to teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules, establish a research programme in this discipline as well as be involved in growing a research community in the faculty and raise the necessary funds to support such research. 

Minimum Requirements

Senior Lecturer P7

• PhD/Doctorate in Botany (or related discipline)
  
• At least five (5) years relevant teaching experience at tertiary level
• Evidence of managing a research program
• Evidence of relevant, published full length papers in peer-reviewed scholarly journals
• Evidence of postgraduate research supervision, master's and/or PhD
• Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management (not mandatory)
• Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
• Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
• Evidence of external funding or demonstrate the ability to apply for external funding.

Associate Professor P6

• PhD/Doctorate in Botany (or related discipline)
  
• At least eight (8) years relevant experience
• Proven track record in teaching and learning, research (including publications in accredited journals) and community engagement
• Proven track record of supervising postgraduate students at Masters and Doctoral level
• Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
• Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
• Excellent computer skills
  

Professor P5

• PhD/Doctorate in Botany (or related discipline)
• Ten (10) years relevant experience
• Proven track record in teaching, research (including publications in accredited journals) and community engagement
• Proven track record of supervising postgraduate students at master's and Doctoral level
• Five (5) years relevant academic management and leadership experience
• Evidence of successful curriculum development
• High academic and professional standing in the field of expertise and high academic credibility amongst peers
• Strategic planning and implementation experience
• A NRF Rating
• Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
  

Recommendation 

Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer

• Specialisation in plant (eco)-physiology and related general biology/agriculture.
• NRF rating or potential to be NRF rated
• Evidence of managing research projects and the ability to attract project funding
• SACNASP and Academia registration, and ORCID ID would be an added advantage
  

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching and Learning:

• Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Utilize innovative and effective teaching methods to engage students and enhance their understanding of modules
• Mentor and advise students in research projects and academic pursuits.

 Research:

• Conduct cutting-edge research with a focus on teacher education.
• Publish research findings in reputable peer-reviewed and accredited journals.
• Evidence of securing external funding through grants and collaborations.

 Curriculum Development:

• Contribute to the development and enhancement.
• Integrate emerging educational technologies and pedagogical approaches into course materials.
  

 Community Engagement:

• Collaborate with local schools, organizations, and community initiatives.
• Participate in outreach programmes

 Professional Development:

• Stay abreast of the latest trends, research, and best practices
• Engage in professional development activities to enhance teaching, research and supervision capabilities

Academic Citizenship:

• Contribute to departmental and university service through committee participation.
• Provide leadership and support in advancing the goals of the department and institution.

Any other duties as delegated by the line manager

Enquiries can be made via email at [email protected]

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. This position may be subjected to assessments.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.

NB Applicants who previously applied for the position are advised to re-apply.

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