Job Description

UP Posting - Academic

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FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES


DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS


LECTURER (ASTRONOMY)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.



RESPONSIBILITIES:


The incumbent will be responsible for:

Teaching at second-year or third-year level for astronomy courses; Supervision of Honours, MSc and PhD students within the astronomy group; Pursuing an independent research programme aligned with MeerKAT, the upcoming SKAO and other leading cm-wave radio telescopes, which may include multiwavelength synergies.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A PhD in Astronomy or related fields; Teaching experience at undergraduate and/or honours levels.


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

A proven track record of research in one of the following fields: radio astronomy science/techniques, astronomical big data, extragalactic astronomy, VLBI. Successful supervision at either Honours or MSc level.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

Strong expertise in observational radio astronomy science/techniques and/or VLBI; Familiarity with astronomical data analysis, AI/ML techniques; Evidence of attracting independent research funding; Successful supervision at PhD and/or Postdoctoral level.


The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.



Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za


In applying for these posts, please attach:

A comprehensive UP format CV; Certified copies of qualifications; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact; Names and contact details of three peer reviewers (academic and research); Teaching Portfolio; Self-evaluation.


CLOSING DATE: 4 August 2025



No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.



ENQUIRIES:


Mrs M Huma, mokopa.huma@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof JM Nel, Tel: (012) 420 3580, Email: Jackie.nel@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.



Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 September 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.