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Essential Requirements

• A PhD in Technology with concentration in Engineering Graphics & Design (EGD); Mechanical Technology, or any other related technical subjects with experience in FET phase Engineering Graphics and Design, and evidence of research and knowledge of EGD as a school subject.

• Evidence of research and postgraduate supervision and at least one year applicable practical, teaching and research experience.

• Ability to communicate complex or conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding.

• Develop an expert reputation in the field of Technology in Education.

• Evidence of teaching at university level especially on creative concept designs, utilising free hand sketches to communicate engineering concepts and functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop research agenda, publish in accredited scholarly journals, and secure external funding to support research and postgraduate students.

• Supervision of postgraduate students to completion.

• Contribute to the values of the school: teaching excellence, inclusivity, digital innovation, student success, etc.

• Contribute to the development and teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

• Coordinate courses and programmes in the school including participating in committees.

• An ability and willingness to work in teams.

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To apply: Please submit a covering letter of motivation clearly stating which position you are applying for, a detailed CV with names and current e-mail addresses and contact numbers of (3) three referees, certified copies of qualifications, academic transcripts and South African ID and/or (copy of work permit/permanent residence if not a South African Citizen). Please state your research metrics in your covering letter. NB: Applications that do not include the relevant supporting documents will not be considered. Only applications received via IREC will be considered.
Closing date: 31 December 2023
Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/xe2x80x9dApply for a job.xe2x80x9d External applicants are invited to apply, by registering your profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za and submitting your application.
Enquiries only: Dr. Reuben Dlamini xe2x80x93 Reuben.Dlamini@wits.ac.za

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the under-represented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. Designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, means black people, women and people with disabilities. xc3xa9 WITS Employment Equity Policy: https://www.wits.ac.za/media/wits-university/footer/about-wits/transformation-office/documents/Policy%20-%20Employment%20Equity.pdf The University reserves the right to verify all information provided by candidates and to verify credit standing. Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.





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