Senior Lecturer at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose;

• Teach on the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes combination of subjects related to: Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering and Material Science Engineering at Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma levels.
• Conduct research and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience;

Minimum Requirements;

• A Doctoral Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering or Electrical Engineering & Electronics Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering or Material Science Engineering.
• All base qualifications (Diploma or its equivalent and Bachelor) must be in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering & Electronics Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering or Material Science Engineering.
• At least four (4) years’ experience in lecturing or relevant Engineering industrial experience
• Demonstrable track record in postgraduate supervision
• Demonstrable ability to carry out research as evidenced by a publication in accredited journals
• Demonstrable ability to teach Mechanical Engineering subjects or Mechatronics Engineering subjects or Electrical and Electronics Engineering subjects or Material Science Engineering subjects at Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma levels
• Working knowledge of Mechanical Engineering software packages
• Must be registered be registered with ECSA Professional Body or must be willing to register within 12 months of employment
• The appointment will be aligned with CPUT Ad Hominem promotions criteria assessment

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities;

• Lecturing on the Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering Programmes: Mechanical Engineering subjects or Mechatronics Engineering subjects or Electrical & Electronics Engineering subjects or Material Science Engineering subjects at an Advanced Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma levels at a tertiary institution
• Develop learning materials for Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Masters and Doctoral qualifications.
• Supervise and mentor students: undergraduate and post-graduate.
• Contribute to research outputs through participation in research activities.
• Assistance with departmental administration / All subject related admin / quality assurance related admin.
• Liaison with industry partners and other stakeholders
• Conduct research and publication of articles in accredited journals
• Curriculum design and development, assessment and quality assurance
• Academic administration, development and management.

Competencies;

• Excellent communication skills
• Research skills
• Presentation skills
• Strong learner focus
• Adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Good administrative and organizational skills (recording keeping, etc.)
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Time management skills
• Computer literacy
• Experience in research and development
• Knowledge and understanding of the latest technologies and developments in the field of Mechanical/ Mechatronic Engineering/Electrical & Electronic/Material Science Engineering
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)