Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Sciences (nGAP) (P003791) at North West University

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To conduct and expand preclinical drug development and pharmaceutical sciences research, supervise postgraduate students and co-ordinate and/or execute client studies.
• Since this is an nGAP position, the candidate will be expected to register for and complete his/her doctoral studies, participate successfully in the DHET's Staffing South Africa's Universities Development Programme, and work under the supervision of an appointed mentor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching & Learning, including postgraduate supervision

• Supervise postgraduate studies of M.Sc. students.
• Responsible for training students in the principles of preclinical drug development, effective science communication, and rigorous scientific thinking.

Research, innovation and/or artistic or creative activity

• Sustained research output.
• Regular conference participation. 

Leadership, management and university service

• Contributions to leadership and administration at departmental level and to the general well-being of the entity.
• Possibly some contributions at faculty level.

Social responsiveness, including community engagement/sharing of expertise

• Develop worthwhile interactions with industry or other constituencies outside of NWU that are to the benefit of scholarship at the University and the broader society.
• Coordination and/or execution of client research studies. 
• Participation in and adherence to the quality management system in accordance with the designated role. 

Occupational Health and Safety

• Adhere to and participate in OHS protocols and training.

Minimum requirements

• A Master of Science in Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Pharmaceutical Sciences / Biological Sciences (NQF Level 9). The master’s degree must be achieved with an average of 70% or above. Please attach proof of the results in your application.
• A minimum of one (1) year’s laboratory experience, with the ability to perform and manage laboratory tasks.
• A minimum of one (1) year’s research experience, with the ability to participate in research activities and contribute to master’s programme research and client studies.
• Applicants must be SA citizens and 40 years or younger of age.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• A minimum of one (1) year’s management experience, with the ability to effectively manage staff and students.
• A minimum of one (1) years’ quality assurance experience in regulatory environments and quality systems, and active involvement in quality-related activities.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Strong technical skills.
• A thorough understanding of drug development.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Leadership skills: coaching & people development skills.
• Customer service orientated.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Attention to detail.
• Analytical.
• Informing.
• Problem solving & decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work independently.
• Hands-on approach.
• Proactive.
• Composure.
• Innovative.
• Approachable.
• Team player & team builder.

Apply by: 13 April 2026