Lecturer (P8) /Senior lecturer (P7): Geology at Sol Plaatje University

Purpose

• The Department of Physical and Earth Sciences, one of the 4 departments in the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences at Sol Plaatje University seeks to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer. The incumbent will be expected to teach undergraduate and post-graduate level courses in geology and develop research programmes while undertaking research in their subfield of interest. A broad-based training in Geology will be an essential requirement for this position. Preference will be given to candidates with proven research experience. The appointee will report to the Head of Department and will be expected to contribute to the development and growth of the department. Candidates selected for interviews will be required to conduct a short presentation on a specified topic.

Minimum Requirements 

Lecturer 

• A Masters degree in Geology.
• Proof of PhD registration and at least two years’ lecturing experience at university.
• At least one peer-reviewed article in a scholarly journal (not mandatory).
• Evidence of post graduate supervision, at honours level,
• Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community engagement activities.
• Evidence of competence in administration of a course/subject at departmental level.
• Excellent computer skills.

Senior Lecturer 

• A Doctorate in Geology.
• At least 5 years relevant teaching experience at tertiary level.
• Evidence of managing a research program and some publications in accredited journal/s, as well as postgraduate research supervision and master's and/or PhD level.
• Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management.
• Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities.
• Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements.
• Excellent computer skills.

Recommendations

Senior Lecturer

• NRF rating or demonstrate the potential for an NRF rating application.
• Mobilized research grant funding or have applied for research funding.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver on teaching and learning in undergraduate and post-graduate students in geology.
• Undertake curriculum and programme development in the Department
• Participate in academic administration and subject management in the Department
• Seek research funding and conduct research within relevant fields
• Contribute to capacity building and collegiality within the Department
• Engage with a diversity of stakeholders and community, including academic collaboration, research funding in the industry and government.
• Conduct appropriate research and publish research findings.
• Acts as a study/research leader and contribute to community engagement initiatives.
• Develop intervention strategies and monitor student progress. 
• Participate and chair departmental committees and manage marketing of programmes and aspects of open/careers days.
• Contribute to quality assurance and implement appropriate interventions.
• Keep abreast of developments within own field of study and professional conduct at SPU.
• Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.

Deadline:18th November,2025