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The Department of Computing Sciences (CS) is looking to fill a position of Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer within the department with an enthusiastic, forward-thinking person who will contribute to the vision and mission of the Department in the role of a leader in the Department. The field of Computing Sciences includes Computer Science and Information Systems. There are three key areas of performance that academic staff members in the department need to meet, namely: 1) learning and teaching; 2) engagement and 3) research generally focused within the Department’s research areas (descriptive topics available upon request). The main purpose of this post is therefore to facilitate and administer the learning process for students in modules presented by the Department at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels, to supervise Postgraduate students, to mentor junior colleagues in the Department in the three key areas, to conduct research and regularly publish on such research, to contribute to community engagement and to be involved in core organisational functions of the Department, Faculty and University. |
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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS |
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Learning and Teaching
Research
Engagement • Participate in Departmental engagement activities, which could include engagement with schools, industry, and other external stakeholders. • Represent the Department at relevant Faculty and University engagement forums. |
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CORE COMPETENCIES |
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Associate Professor
Senior Lecturer
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REQUIREMENTS |
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Associate Professor
Senior Lecturer
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (e.g. Contact person e-mail; closing date etc) |
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Further information about this post can be obtained from the HoD: Computing Sciences, Prof Jean Greyling email: Jean.Greyling@mandela.ac.za Note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to demonstrate a sound knowledge of chosen topics in Computer Science or Information Systems by:
Applications must be accompanied by a letter of motivation as to why you are suitable for the post, a current curriculum vitae, and the contact details of at least two referees. The Department will endeavour to make an appointment that complements the current needs within the Department. For appointment 1 July 2024 |
Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 14 June 2024.
Vision To be a dynamic African university, recognised for its leadership in generating cutting-edge knowledge for a sustainable future. Mission To offer a diverse range of quality educational opportunities that will make a critical and constructive contribution to regional, national and global sustainability. Values Respect for diversity,Excellence,Ubuntu,Integrity,Respect for the natural environment,Taking responsibility
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