Lecturer (Faculty of Science: Department of Geology) at University of Johannesburg

Job Description:

• The department wants to fill a vacancy at the level of Lecturer within the broad area of Geology and its Engineering applications, Mineralogy and Geometallurgy; this position is based at DFC. The demonstrated potential ability to contribute towards the research within CIMERA will be considered a benefit.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate must:

• Be able to lecture and teach large groups at undergraduate level.
• Prepare and deliver undergraduate practical and laboratory sessions.
• Design, administer, assess, evaluate, and moderate theoretical and practical assessments.
• Travel between campuses as required.
• Participate in multi-day field schools and field-based teaching activities.
• Conduct research and publish outputs in accredited scholarly journals.
• Supervise postgraduate students and contribute to postgraduate training.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, innovation, and research productivity.
• Perform academic, administrative, and departmental duties required by the Department of Geology and the Faculty of Science.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives, including research activities, academic administration, marketing, community engagement, short-course development, and the maintenance of departmental facilities and equipment.

Minimum requirements

• An MSc in Geology or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach Geology-related subjects at undergraduate level.
• Experience in theoretical and practical undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to prepare and conduct practical laboratory sessions.
• Published scientific article(s) in accredited subject-related journals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Computer literacy.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and research excellence.

Recommendations:

• Preferably a PhD degree or in final stages of submission.
• Experience in working with Student Assistants, Laboratory Demonstrators and Tutors.
• Experience in administrative and laboratory organization.
• Experience in handling large classes.
• Experience in Moodle LMS (or related E-teaching platform) and blended learning techniques.
• Postgraduate supervisory and teaching experience.
• A valid driver’s license.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to student success and academic excellence.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple academic and administrative responsibilities.

Deadline:9th August,2026