Lecturer: Materials Science & Engineering at University of Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOB:

• An MSc or an MSc (Eng) in Materials Science, or Materials Engineering, or a closely related discipline; and
• At least 3 years’ experience in teaching Materials Science related courses; and
• At least 3 years’ experience in programme coordinating, course convening and postgraduate research project supervision; and
• Demonstrable teaching and research in the field of polymeric, composite, and green materials in higher education, within the past 10 years; and
• Relevant experience in operational management and development of research facilities.

THE FOLLOWING WILL BE ADVANTAGEOUS:

• A track record of research projects, securing funding, and accredited research publications; and
• Contributions to curriculum development at both course and programme level; and
• Currently registered for or have completed a PhD in Materials Science, or Materials Engineering, or a closely related discipline.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:

• Convene and coordinate the BSc Honours in Materials Science Programme; and
• Teach students and develop course material in polymeric, composite, green materials, and scientific techniques in materials science; and
• Perform administration and management tasks related to the role; and
• Direct substantial attention to the development and growth of the honours programme; and
• Perform research activities and outputs aligned with the goals of the Centre for Materials Engineering, and supervise postgraduate projects; and
• Participate in the day-to-day running of the Centre for Materials Engineering; and
• Participate in departmental programs and activities; and
• Function both independently and as part of a team, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.