Job Description

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Advert reference: uj_001950
Advert status: Online
Apply by: 8 June 2025
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: Senior
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, to read the bold UJ Strategic Plan 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 Civil Engineering Science (situated in APK campus) is composed of a dedicated team of researchers focused on pioneering advancements within the field. It fosters strong collaborations with industry partners and maintains professional affiliations. The department offers an accredited Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Civil Engineering Science, coursework-based Master of Engineering (MEng) in Structural Engineering, as well as research-oriented MEng, MPhils and PhD programs that allow for specialization in various sub-disciplines of Civil Engineering. The department seeks a dynamic, innovative, and versatile academic committed to enhancing students' educational experiences, elevating the department's research profile, and augmenting the academic, social, and economic impact of its teaching and research programs.
Responsibilities:

• Present lectures to Undergraduate and Postgraduate students.
• Develop new course/module material as well as practical guides for Undergraduate, Short Learning Programmes (SLPs) and/or postgraduate.
• Participate in research production and supervision of Undergraduate and Postgraduate students in the department/faculty.
• Participation in voluntary associations and/or professional bodies.
• Active participation in the department's administration activities
• Publish peer-reviewed articles each year in recognized scientific or academic journals and present papers at both national and international conferences, aligning with the level of appointment. xc2xb7
• Host PostDoctoral Research Fellows (PDRFs).
• Secure research funding from external sources, including national and international funding agencies and industry partners.
• Contribute to the advancement of Civil Engineering science through industrial work, community involvement, and active participation in voluntary associations.
• Support the University of Johannesburg's Global Excellence and Stature (GES) 4.0 goals.
• Adapt to the evolving changes brought by the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in academia.
• Actively participate in the university's core strategic focus areas and themes.

Minimum requirements

• PhD in Civil (Geotechnical) Engineering or a closely related (NQF 10 or equivalent)
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution
• Evidence of research outputs at DHET accredited Journals
• Proof of postgraduate supervision as main supervisor
• Evidence of presentations at national and international conferences.
• A track record or willingness to apply for external research funding.
• Evidence of community and/or industrial involvement, as well as national and international collaboration with academia and/or industry, would be beneficial.
• Registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or must undertake to do so within one year of joining the department.
• Experience with ECSA Graduate Attribute (GA).
• A minimum of three years industrial experience.
• NRF rated or eligible to apply for NRF rating within one year.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Exceptional teaching abilities.
• Capable of utilizing relevant skills to solve Civil engineering problems.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English communication.
• Strong skills in planning and organization.
• Able to perform well under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Competent in independently managing a research team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to work collaboratively with peers.
• Demonstrated evidence of contributing to the advancement of the discipline and/or involvement in community engagement initiatives.
• Experience in the industrial sector.

Enquirires:
Enquirires regarding job content: Dr. Sophia Rwanga (Head of Department) at Tel. (011) 559 3228
Enquirires regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr. Mandisa Malindisa (HCM Business Partner) at Tel. (011) 559 4097