Job Description

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 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
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Departmental Synopsis:
The Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education (MSTEd) is an academic department within the Faculty of Education. The core functions of the department are teaching, training and research. MSTEd is situated on the Auckland Park (APK) Campus in Auckland Park, Johannesburg.
The Centre for Advanced Learning Technologies in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (CALTSTEAM) that resides within the department undertakes cutting-edge research in the application of advanced learning technologies that include virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics and coding in the context of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) education. The centre plays a pivotal role in enhancing UJ's position as a leader in academic thought and research in the educational aspects of 4IR. The centre is looking to appoint a vibrant and dynamic scholar with high-end knowledge and skills in the area of advanced learning technologies in STEAM.
CALTSTEAM invites applications for the post of Lecturer. This post is supported by the New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP). nGAP is a Department of Higher Education and Training nationally funded programme that involves recruiting a new cohort of young academics. The programme is transformative in nature, and priority is given to designated candidates. Candidates must be 40 years or younger. The programme enables nGAP appointments to benefit from teaching and research development opportunities and requires the incumbent to register for their PhD or post-doctoral studies
Responsibilities:
In line with the Department of Higher Education and Training's nGAP, the Faculty of Education at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make an appointment of a lecturer at the CALTSTEAM research centre in MSTEd. We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified and ambitious aspirant South African academic to contribute to and expand the centre's research profile.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to existing research projects of the centre, and to conceptualise and lead new projects in advanced learning technologies in the context of STEAM education. The appointment also includes administrative duties, teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate modules, and the supervision of postgraduate students.
In particular, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Register for the PhD degree, if not already held and obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
• Establish a research niche in the centre and participate in research activities leading to publication of articles in internationally peer-reviewed/accredited journals.
• Be actively involved in the community engagement activities of the centre.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Obtain research funding from external funding bodies, national and international funding agencies, and industry.
• Prepare and deliver lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Prepare/design and mark assignments, tests, and exams.
• Be prepared to travel between campuses should the need arise.
• Attend centre, departmental and faculty meetings.
• Drive the Global Excellence and Stature (GES) objectives of the University of Johannesburg.

Minimum requirements

• A Master's qualification related to any discipline/s of STEAM or STEAM education with an average pass mark of 70%.
• A candidate with a PhD in the required field must have obtained a minimum of 70% in their Masters.
• Excellent skills in one or more advanced learning technologies (virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics and coding).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to self-manage own research group.
• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Evidence of professional development.
• Evidence of relevant research capacity.

Recommendations:

• Holding a PhD or a PhD candidate.
• Research track record in advanced learning technologies in STEAM education.
• Published articles in accredited journals.
• Teaching experience.
• A track record of post-graduate research supervision.
• Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.

Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Umesh Ramnarain (Director of CALSTEAM) at Tel: (011) 559 4384
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mrs Nombulelo Ntsimane (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 9105
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

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