Lecturer / Senior Lecturer (Exposure Science) at University of the Witwatersrand

Qualifications:

A master’s degree or PhD in environmental sciences, exposure science, occupational hygiene, chemical/ ventilation engineering, or related field.

 Experience:

• Experience in conducting research, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications. 
• Publication of at least 1 (lecturer) or 8 (senior lecturer) scientific papers in accredited peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribution to the development of the field of occupational and/or environmental exposure and health is preferable.
• Evidence of writing and submitting grant/contract proposals will be an advantage.
• Evidence of teaching experience at postgraduate level, particularly in occupational and/or environmental exposure science.
• Student supervision at postgraduate level will be an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.
• Interest in, and commitment to, building research capacity in the field of occupational and/or environmental exposure science and health.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the research portfolio in exposure science in the Wits SPH by initiating, developing and conducting health-related exposure studies.
• Teach courses in occupational and environmental exposure science.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Supervise/co-supervise postgraduate student research within the Wits SPH
• Contribute to grant applications.
• Actively participate in the academic endeavours of the Wits SPH