Senior Lecturer N000609 at North West University

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Teach the undergraduate and honours modules.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Learning:

• Undergraduate and honours Chemistry modules.

Research:

• Lead research and supervise students at the master's and doctoral levels.

Community Engagement:

• Contribute to community engagement and support departmental administrative functions.

OHS:

• Adhere to OHS protocols.

Administration:

• Perform other duties assigned by the line manager.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Physical or Analytical Chemistry.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ lecturing experience.
• Post-graduate supervision and training experience.

RECOMMENDATION / ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• Membership with the South African Chemical Institute.
• At least 1 publication in a peer-reviewed journal.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Effective lecturing of undergraduate and post-graduate Physical or Analytical Chemistry theory courses at university level.
• Lead research and supervise students at master’s and doctoral levels.
• The ability to run specialised equipment in the Chemistry research laboratory.
• The ability to carefully analyse data and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
• Participate in community and Industry projects.
• Excellent computer skills for teaching and learning, and administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Good time management.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Commitment to collegiality.
• Ability to function as part of the team and in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• An innovator who strives for ‘best practice’ in both teaching and research.

Apply by: 20 August 2026