Lecturer (Exposure Science) at University of the Witwatersrand

Qualifications

• At least a master’s degree in environmental sciences, exposure science, occupational hygiene, chemical/ ventilation engineering, or related field.

Experience

• Experience in conducting research, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications.  
• Publication of at least two scientific papers in accredited peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of teaching experience at postgraduate level, particularly in the field of occupational and/or environmental science.
• Evidence of writing and submitting grant proposals will be an advantage.
• Student supervision at postgraduate level will be an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.
• Interest in, and commitment to, building research capacity in the field of occupational and environmental exposure science and health.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the research portfolio in exposure science in the Wits SPH by initiating, developing and conducting health-related exposure studies.
• Teach occupational and environmental exposure science to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Supervise/co-supervise postgraduate student research within the Wits SPH.
• Contribute to grant applications.
• Actively participate in the academic endeavours of the Wits SPH.

Closing date:  28 August 2025