Lecturer: Mathematics Science (4509_2) at Nelson Mandela University

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Develop course material for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching modules.
• Provide expertise in Functional Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Discreet Mathematics or any other discipline in Pure Mathematics.
• Perform teaching-related and departmental administrative duties.
• To engage in inter-departmental and/or inter-faculty collaborative research in order to generate cross-disciplinary engagement and research outputs.
• To supervise honours and/or Master’s projects.
• Interact with relevant industry groups, government departments and independent research institutes (where applicable) to further the goals of the Department and of the University

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Possess sound knowledge of undergraduate level Mathematics in fields such as Functional Analysis, Abstract Algebra and Discreet Mathematics
• Have experience at facilitating learning at undergraduate level, must be willing and able to teach large classes (100 - 400 students), and be able to coordinate the teaching of large classes.
• Possess the academic ability and personality to teach at all levels of the undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Possess excellent communication skills to engage internal and external stakeholders in departmental endeavours, for teaching and report writing.

Sound research skills demonstrated through:

• Presented at local and/or international conferences.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum qualification is a Master’s degree relevant to the field of Pure Mathematics.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience, including lecturing experience in the field of Pure Mathematics.
• At least one presentation at a conference.
• Willingness to register and complete a PhD in Pure Mathematics within the next 5 years. A PhD degree or proof of enrolment for a PhD will be advantageous.