Job Description

UP Posting - Academic

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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION ECONOMICS
LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR (1 post) 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:

Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in those aspects encountered in the Built Environment that are taught in the degree programmes on offer in the Department; Developing a research programme in an appropriate area of expertise, or expanding existing research programmes; Publishing research articles in the foremost national/international accredited journals; Supervising postgraduate master's and doctoral students within the research focus areas; Performing assigned departmental duties (e.g. of an administrative nature); Participating in the Department's community service programmes.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Lecturer:

A BSc Hons degree from a university in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management; Candidates for the post of Lecturer should be in possession of a completed Master's degree or an equivalent degree of an equally advanced level; At least three years of tertiary education experience or three years of industry experience with some involvement in tertiary education; 1 Publication (peer-reviewed article or peer-reviewed conference paper) or Book chapter(s), recognised articles outputs, or industry-recognised outputs in a commensurate field.

Senior Lecturer:

Same as for Lecturer, plus; A PhD degree that follows on the previous qualification; At least five years of tertiary education experience or five years of industry experience with some involvement in tertiary education; At least 2 articles published in DHET-accredited journals or a DHET-accredited book; At least 2 other publication outputs (peer reviewed conference paper(s) / book chapter(s) / industry recognized outputs in a commensurate field; Supervision / co-supervision of Master's students to completion or proven management experience in industry.

Associate Professor:

Same as for Senior Lecturer, plus; PhD/Doctorate in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management or related; At least 6 years tertiary education experience or 6 years industry experience with some involvement in tertiary education; Experience in curriculum / strategy development and innovation; Evidence of sustained publications output with at least 12 DHET accredited publications (at least 3 publications published in the last 5); Majority of recent publications should be in WoS / Scopus / IBSS journals; Evidence of at least 3 research Master's OR 6 coursework Master's mini-dissertations successfully completed (supervised or co-supervised); Evidence of Doctoral student supervision; Evidence of conducting reviewer duties for journals and/or conferences; NRF Rating is preferred for this level.

Professor:

Same as for Associate Professor, plus; At least 8 to 10 years tertiary education and/or industry experience; Experience in curriculum development and innovation; A well-established and internationally recognised research record supported by publications in high quality peer reviewed journals with at least 18 DHET accredited publications (at least 5 publications published in the last 5 years); Evidence of successful Doctoral student completion; Evidence of conducting reviewer duties for ISI/Scopus indexed journals; Evidence of conference papers delivered internationally; An NRF rating is required for this level.


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Show the ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate classes; For Real Estate, thorough knowledge of commercial and specialised property valuation; Thorough knowledge of property management of green buildings; Thorough knowledge of and experience in MS Office programmes, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Orientation in the use of electronic technologies and aids in the construction or property industry; Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team; The capability to operate collaboratively in multi-disciplinary activities.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:Evidence of teaching excellence; Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching and research expertise that complement the Department's needs; Related industry work or consulting experience; NRF rating or have applied for one. The research field must be aligned with one of the research focus areas of the Department of Construction Economics and or EBIT Faculty.


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 medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.



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



In applying for this post, please attach:A cover letter summarising relevant experience and the areas of your teaching and research expertise/interests; A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of qualifications; A brief teaching portfolio; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact; Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); Self-evaluation.


CLOSING DATE: 6 October 2025

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

ENQUIRIES: Ms A Segeri, Tel: (012) 420 2100 / E-mail: (amogelang.segeri@up.ac.za) for application-related enquiries, and Dr EI Pieterse, Tel: (012) 420 4972 / 2581 (E-mail: inge.pieterse@up.ac.za) for enquiries relating to the post content.



Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 28 February 2026, 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. 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, and current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process. The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.