Job Description

Job Title
Lecturer (in Computer Science and Informatics) (Job ID: 6193)
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences -> Department Computer Science and Informatics
Contract Type
Permanent
Occupational Level
Junior Management
Location
Qwaqwa Campus - Qwaqwa, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date
25/7/2025
Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website:

https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll

- Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues, we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

To ensure your application is complete, you must submit

ALL documents listed under the

inherent requirements, as well as the

following standard documentation:

A detailed Curriculum Vitae. Copies of your qualifications, or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications, please include SAQA accreditation). A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals). Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter, appointment contract, service certificate, or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Computer Science and/or Information Systems. Supervise honours students and co-supervise master's students in Computer Science and/or Information Systems. Perform research in at least one of the established research areas of the Department, namely Business Intelligence and Text mining, Computer Science Education, Eye-Tracking Applications, Human-Computer Interaction and Extended Reality, and Digital Inclusion and Community Engagement in IT. Publish research outputs in accredited national peer-reviewed journals. Contribute to curriculum development in the department. Participate in community engagement activities. Perform general administration duties as applicable at university level.

Inherent requirements:

Lecturer

A PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science and Informatics or related discipline (for a permanent appointment)

or

Master's degree on NQF Level 9 in Computer Science and Informatics or related discipline (contract appointment: five years during which a PhD on NQF Level 10 in Computer Science and Informatics or related discipline MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position). Experience in lecturing at an undergraduate level. Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities. Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals. A good academic record

(attach a copy).

Recommendations:

Specialisation in Software Development, Computer Networking and/or Mobile App Development. Candidate must be able to teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Information Systems, Computer Science and Software Engineering. A record of research output.
Competencies

Required competencies:

Results Orientated:

The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success. The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.

o Strategic Thinking:

The ability to plan work and to follow plans. The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.

o Business Acumen:

The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. Proficient in using MS Office.

o Leading:

The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.

o Building Coalitions:

The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others. The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties:

01 September 2025

Closing date:

25 July 2025

Salary:

The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits:

(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:

For enquiries, please feel free to contact

051 401 9810

or email

MofoloNG@ufs.ac.za

or

Recruit@ufs.ac.za

. Additionally, kindly contact

051 401 9813

/

2979

/

9814

/

7659

/

9848

for assistance.

General:

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at :

EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.