Current Vacancies at Nelson Mandela University

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

•  To facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and skills of Clinical Pharmacology by Medical and HealthSciences students
•  To enhance the development of fit for purpose primary healthcare-oriented graduates throughthe teaching of Clinical Pharmacology

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

•  To participate in the curriculum development of Clinical Pharmacology in the MBChB Program.
•  To teach, assess and provide timeous feedback to medical and health science students.
•  To develop and utilize a variety of creative teaching methodologies, including blended and onlineapproaches for Clinical Pharmacology learning and teaching.
•  To work together with the Faculty of Health Sciences to establish and build relationships on theclinical healthcare platform.
•  To supervise students for Clinical Pharmacology learning and teaching as needed at clinicaltraining sites.
•  To support and contribute to interprofessional learning opportunities.
•  To take an active role in research, including the supervision of undergraduate and post graduateHealth Science students.
•  To interact with stakeholders in the areas of Clinical Pharmacology.
•  To perform academic administrative duties.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge of the theory and application of Clinical Pharmacology in a clinical setting.
•  Experience in teaching, learning, and assessment of health science students from a studentcentred approach
•  Experience in blended learning and teaching.
•  Experience in the development of curricula and learning material in Clinical Pharmacology
•  Experience in stakeholder liaison and networking in the Pharmacology sphere
•  Ability to work flexibly in cross-functional teams in the teaching and development of students in theMedical School and Faculty of Health Sciences.

POST REQUIREMENTS
Education

• A relevant Masters’ degree in Clinical Pharmacology
• Registration
• Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist
• Experience and skills
• 3-5 years’ work experience in the Clinical Pharmacology field
• 2 years teaching experience in Clinical Pharmacology at university levelValid driver’s license.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• Play a dual role in laboratory and academic duties 
•  Be responsible for the day-to-day operations, long term planning and running of the Human Anatomy laboratory at Missionvale campus  
•  Be responsible for the maintenance and renewal of laboratory equipment, instruments and biological materials  
• Support the faculty in facilitating anatomy teaching in laboratories to Health Sciences students  
•  Be responsible for the receiving, storage and disposal of human tissue for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching activities, research and surgical workshops for the Faculty of Health Sciences 
•  Perform administrative tasks as required

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

•  Assist the Head of Department in budgeting for anatomy equipment and supplies
•  Provide student teaching in the field of Human Gross Anatomy/Histology/Embryology
•  Demonstrate and provide instruction to Health Sciences students through the use of human cadaveric tissue in dissection and observational practical sessions
•  Oversee the ordering, receipt and care of preserved specimens and the preparation of anatomical specimens
•  Maintain inventories, place orders, manage receipt and stocking of material, supplies and equipment for the laboratory
•  Be responsible for the operation, routine maintenance, repair, monitoring and cleaning of all laboratory equipment and supplies
•  Monitor the production of and ensure the collection, processing and storage of hazardous waste materials and toxic chemicals resulting from laboratory classes is done according to standard
•  Work with ICT to oversee and maintain the operation of digital devices used in teaching anatomy
•  Ensure that all laboratory users follow the required ethical standards and codes of conduct at all time in respect of human tissue and anatomical specimens

CORE COMPETENCIES

•  Knowledge and application of the National Health Act (No. 61 of 2003) and the Occupational Health & Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993).
•  Ability to prepare and care for anatomical specimens for teaching purposes
•  Experience in the use of blended learning for teaching Human Gross Anatomy/Histology /Embryology
•  High level of professionalism, ethical standards, discretion, respect and confidentiality
•  Ability to interact constructively with students to aid in their teaching and learning
•  Ability to oversee the day-to-day operation of specialized instruments such as the Anatomage Virtual Dissection Table
•  Ability to prioritize and accurately complete tasks to the required standards
•  Knowledge of the use and maintenance of human cadaveric material under the National Health Act 61 of 2003
•  Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, excellent time management and organizational skills

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent majoring in Human Anatomy/Histology/Embryology

Experience and skills

• At least two years’ work experience in a Human Anatomy laboratory
• At least one years teaching experience in Human Anatomy/Histology/Embryology

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• Is to lead and manage studio based architectural education particularly at master’s level by integrating theoretical and pragmatic knowledge that is globally and locally relevant and in alignment with the vision of the department.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

•  Facilitate studio-based learning processes in the architecture department at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
•  Contribute to the creation of knowledge by virtue of postgraduate studies, publications, and supervision.
•  To perform academic administration.
•  Participate in projects targeted at community service and engagement.

CORE COMPETENCIES

•  Experience in leading an architectural design studio at postgraduate level.
•  Ability to facilitate learning in architecture at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
•  In depth knowledge in the fields of design, architectural theory, human settlements and urban design, and the application of environmental principles in design.
•  Ability to actively engage in and supervise post graduate research.
•  Ability to synthesize information to design learning experiences.
•  Ability to communicate with a variety of audiences through various media.
•  Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

REQUIREMENTS

•  Doctoral Degree in Architecture with a minimum of 4-7 years of professional experience and a teaching profile.
•  The applicant must have professional registration with the SACAP.
•  Substantial evidence of relevant experience exhibiting competency in line with the relevant post which must include a research portfolio, papers published in accredited journals and subject-specific conference proceedings and an A3 portfolio consisting of selected architectural projects authored by the applicant.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To lead and manage studio based architectural education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels by integrating globally relevant and locally appropriate theoretical knowledge and practical experience in teaching praxis that is aligned with the vision of the department.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

•  To lead and manage studio based architectural education in architectural design, advanced building construction, the application of ecological principles in design and professional practice.
•  To conduct and publish research
•  To perform administration.

CORE COMPETENCIES

•  In-depth knowledge of design process and design studio management at undergraduate and postgraduate level
•  In-depth knowledge in advanced building construction concepts, techniques,and building regulations.
•  In-depth knowledge of advanced building systems and the application of environmental technologies
•  In-depth knowledge of South African architectural professional practice and contractual law.
•  Have the potential to contribute to knowledge creation through research and the production of publications and new learning material.
•  Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

REQUIREMENTS

•  In order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates must have a relevant M. Arch (Professional) degree, or equivalent, with architectural design and a minimum of 2-6 years of relevant professional and teaching experience.
•  The applicant must have professional registration with SACAP.
•  The applicant must submit an A3 portfolio consisting of selected authored architectural projects, evidence of research activities, and publications.
•  The applicant should present a statement that clearly articulates their position on what they consider to be relevant and appropriate architecture.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To facilitate and administer the learning and teaching process for students in modules presented by the Nelson Mandela University at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. 
• To participate in and contribute to research and innovation, postgraduate student supervision, contribute to community, discipline and professional engagement as well as being involved in the core functions of the University. Lecture subjects at UG and PG level including but not limited to Mechanical and Machine Design, Thermo-Fluid Systems, Strength of Materials, Advanced Manufacturing Systems, Process Control and Instrumentation and Supervise Mechatronics Projects at an Honours level.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

•  Facilitate the learning and teaching programmes, processes and outcomes of the department.
•  Participate in and conduct to publishing of research and innovation.
•  Supervise postgraduates students and projects.
•  Perform academic, community and discipline engagement.
•  Perform administration.
•  Contribute to quality of the programmes and programme reviews.
•  Ensure that delivery of the modules comply with professional body requirements and participate and professional body accreditation processes and visits.

CORE COMPETENCIES

•  In depth knowledge of the theory and application in the Mechatronics discipline.
•  Ability to facilitate learning at undergraduate level and potential to contribute at postgraduate level.
•  Ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.
•  Have contributed or have the potential to contribute to the creation of knowledge by virtue of published research and involvement in relevant engagement activities.
•  Proven ability to work as part of a team.

REQUIREMENTS
 Associate lecturer:

• BEng or BSc in Engineering (Mechatronics)
• A minimum of 1 year relevant and/ or related working experience.

 Lecturer:

• Masters in Engineering (Mechatronics) with 2 years relevant and/ or related working experience.

Or

• BEng or BSc in Engineering (Mechatronics), with 3 years relevant and/or related work experience with ECSA registration or eligible and committed to register within 12 months.

 Senior Lecturer:

• Doctorate in Engineering (Mechatronics) and 3 years relevant working experience.
• Masters in Engineering (Mechatronics) and 4 years relevant work experience with ECSA registration in the appropriate category.
• Track record of peer reviewed accredited research output.
• Track record of postgraduate student supervision.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To facilitate and administer the learning and teaching process for students in modules presented by the Nelson Mandela University at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. 
• To participate in and contribute to research and innovation, postgraduate student supervision, contribute to community, discipline and professional engagement and be involved in the core functions of the University. Lecture subjects at UG and PG level including but not limited to Mechanical and Machine Design, Thermo-Fluid Systems, Material Science, Engineering Drawings, Strength of Materials and Supervise Mechatronics Projects at an Honours level.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

•  Facilitate the learning and teaching programmes, processes and outcomes of the department.
•  Participate in and conduct to publishing of research and innovation.
•  Supervise postgraduates students and projects.
•  Perform academic, community and discipline engagement.
•  Perform administration.
•  Contribute to quality of the programmes and programme reviews.
•  Ensure that delivery of the modules comply with professional body requirements and participate and professional body accreditation processes and visits.

CORE COMPETENCIES

•  In depth knowledge of the theory and application in the Mechatronics discipline.
•  Ability to facilitate learning at undergraduate level and potential to contribute at postgraduate level.
•  Ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.
•  Have contributed or have the potential to contribute to the creation of knowledge by virtue of published research and involvement in relevant engagement activities.
•  Proven ability to work as part of a team.

REQUIREMENTS
 Associate lecturer:

• BEng or BSc in Engineering (Mechatronics / Mechanical)
• A minimum of 1 year relevant and/ or related working experience.

 Lecturer:

• Masters in Engineering (Mechatronics / Mechanical) with 2 years relevant and/ or related working experience.

Or

• BEng or BSc in Engineering (Mechatronics / Mechanical), with 3 years relevant and/or related work experience with ECSA registration or eligible and committed to register within 12 months.

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• The Department of Computing Sciences (CS) is looking to fill a position of Associate Lecturer within the department with an enthusiastic, forward-thinking person who will contribute to the vision and mission of the Department. The field of Computing Sciences includes Computer Science or Information Systems. There are three key areas of performance that academic staff members in the department need to meet, namely: 1) learning and teaching; 2) engagement and 3) research in the Department’s research areas. The main purpose of this post is therefore to facilitate and administer the learning process for students in modules presented by the Department at Undergraduate level, to supervise Postgraduate students, to do research, to contribute to community engagement and to be involved in the core functions of the University.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Learning and Teaching

•   Facilitate learning and teaching for assigned module(s) in accordance with the principles of good teaching practice, which includes material development, engaging with students and module administration;
•   Evaluate and reflect on the quality of own teaching and assessment;
•   Demonstrate knowledge of and skills in providing effective learning and teaching opportunities.

Research

•   Show potential to provide research supervision to Postgraduate students;
•   Show potential to generate research outputs for publication in the Department’s research areas, available on request.

Engagement

•   Contribute to the school career events and marketing events; and
•   Contribute to external engagement of the Department particularly related to social outreach.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Evidence of teaching experience in the field of Computer Science and/or Information Systems, including setting and marking assessments that require high-level cognitive thinking.
• Evidence of the ability to apply theoretical concepts to practical examples in learning and teaching practice.
• Potential to supervise Postgraduate students.

REQUIREMENTS

•  Associate Lecturer (wording from Recruitment Policy)
• An Honours in Computer Science or Information Systems
• 1 year relevant and / or related working experience.

The following will be an added advantage:

• A Masters in the field of Computing Sciences
• Experience in research supervision of postgraduate students
• Publication outputs in the areas of Computer Science and / or Information Systems
• Experience of lecturing, management, or administration of large student groups
• Possess scarce skills in the fields of pure Computer Science or Data Science

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To facilitate the learning process for undergraduate and postgraduate students intending to become radiographers

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

•  Facilitate the teaching and learning of undergraduate and postgraduate radiography students
•  Conduct clinical teaching and assessment at accredited training facilities
•  Perform academic administrative duties
•  Facilitate academic engagement
•  Participate in research activities in the departmentCORE COMPETENCIES
•  In-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of Diagnostic Radiography
•  Experience of clinical radiographic teaching and assessment
•  Experience in teaching academic radiographic modules
•  Strong skills in dealing with people at all levels
•  Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office

REQUIREMENTS
In order to be considered for the appointment to this post, candidates must have:

•  A Masters in Radiography degree or equivalent with 2 years appropriate experience as a Lecturer
•  Current registration as a Radiographer with the HPCSA
•  Proven record of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
•  Knowledge of Health Law and Ethics as well as experience in lecturing in this focus area would be anadvantage
•  A Postgraduate qualification in Tertiary Education would be an advantage
•  PhD registration an advantage

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• Reporting to the Director of School, the core purpose of this position is to participate in teaching, supervision and research activities within the Business School with a focus on Executive Education.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitation of Learning and Teaching at postgraduate level with a focus on Executive Education
• Research, creation of knowledge, and publication in scientific journals.
• Supervision of master’s and doctoral studies
• Networking with relevant industry stakeholders to establish a national reputation in own field of expertise through consultation and collaboration involvement in policy processes or projects
• Engagement, including initiating sustainable partnerships that are beneficial to the advancement of Executive Education and the University’s core purpose

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Change leadership and transformation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strategic and lateral thinking
• Proven ability to develop and implement academic strategies
• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork
• Expert knowledge of the theory and application in Executive Education Programmes.
• Extensive experience at facilitating learning and programme development within the Executive Education domain.
• Proven experience in the successful supervision of Master’s and promoting Doctoral candidates.
• Proven experience in developing and leading Executive Education practices, nationally and/or internationally.
• Excellent and demonstrable understanding of the requisite policy frameworks that guide and regulate Executive Education.

 
REQUIREMENTS
 
In order to be considered for appointment to this post candidates must possess:

• Relevant Doctoral degree
• Three to Seven years’ experience in teaching/lecturing/research and industry experience which includes management development activities in the relevant field of Executive Education.

Preference will be given to candidates that are:

• an expert in the field of Executive Education and preferably also be engaged in the business world
• recognised for her/his industry expertise, nationally and internationally; and, notable contributions to the creation of knowledge, e.g. by extensive research and recent publications both in books and in accredited national and international journals.

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   CORE PURPOSE OF JOB     

• The Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology (in partnership with the Faculty of Sciences) seeks to establish Artificial Intelligence research at Mandela University centred around the study and development of intelligent, autonomous systems. The research focuses on theoretical foundations, as well as applications of AI.
• We seek expertise ranging from machine learning to knowledge representation and reasoning, autonomous agents and multi-agent systems, human-machine interactions and collectives, cognition and human modelling, data science, robotics, augmented reality, graphics, computer vision and imaging, audio-visual signal processing, natural language processing and affective computing.
• The incumbent would be Hosted by the Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology and co- hosted by Faculty of Sciences and will be responsible for projects in the School of IT and the Department of Computing Sciences, as well as other cross-faculty research, innovation and engagement projects and output.
• The incumbent would need to facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and post graduate level in the School of IT and the Department of Computing Sciences as well as be involved in the supervision of postgraduate students.

     
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Academic leadership

• Provide strategic academic leadership in the development of sustainable inter, multi- and transdisciplinary scholarship in artificial intelligence.
• Guide and support curriculum and programme development initiatives that support AI and technological innovation.
• Facilitate learning and teaching at undergraduate and post graduate level
• Position the School of IT and the Department of Computing Sciences as a place for development of applied AI in our graduate training.

Research

• Contribute to the creation of knowledge by virtue of research and innovation studies, producing accredited research output and successfull supervision of Masters and Doctoral students
• Mentoring of early-career researchers in AI within and across faculties.

Engagement

• Identify and initiate strategic, sustainable, high-level institutional transformative partnerships within and beyond the region, focussing on the application of AI.

Transformation

• Contribute to the transformation strategy in terms of enhancing AI as an application area.
• Support capacity enhancement programmes by mentoring graduate students and early career scholars in the application of AI.
• Develop sustainable donor partnerships in support of the university’s strategy on AI.

 CORE COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge and experience in transdisciplinary scholarship in the application of AI
• Experience within the higher education or similar sector in cross-disciplinary research in AI
• Capability in infusing the application of AI in the Faculty curricula
• Knowledge and experience in AI and the application thereof
• Capacity to conceptualise and implement sustainable impactful cross-disciplinary projects for graduate and postgraduate students in the field of AI
• Ability to supervise graduate students and mentor early career scholars
• Publications in the field of AI in DHET (or equivalent) accredited journals
• Experience in working effectively with diverse people

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Full Professor

• Doctorate in the field related to the core purpose of the job
• 4 years as Associate Professor with extensive demonstrable experience in the core functions of the job; preferably in a higher education, science council or relevant industry environment.
• Proven accredited research output record in the field of AI and/or evidence of accredited creative and innovative outputs recognised nationally and internationally.
• Successfully supervised a sustained number of Masters and Doctoral postgraduate students.
• Record of mentoring new academics and early-career researchers.
• Plays a leadership role Record of successful grants/funding applications

 
Associate Professor

Doctorate in the field related to the core purpose of the job

• Doctorate in the field related to the core purpose of the job
• 3 years as Senior Lecturer with demonstrable experience in the core functions of the job; preferably in a higher education, science council or relevant industry environment.
• Proven accredited research output record in the field of AI.
• Successfully supervised a sustained number of Honours and Masters or Doctoral postgraduate students.
• Record of successful grants/funding applications

Recommendation:

• Actively engaged in research as leader of a team or entity.
• Evidence of partnerships and collaboration at national and/or international
• Evidence of partnership and collaboration
• Evidence of engagement with industry, discipline or community projects
• NRF rating

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CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• To facilitate and administer the learning process for students in modules presented at undergraduate and postgraduate level. To do research and contribute to community engagement in line with the core functions and values of the university.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• To facilitate the learning and teaching processes and outcomes of the department.
• To conduct research.
• To perform administration.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge in the theory and application of Financial Planning principles.
• Some experience at facilitating learning and teaching at undergraduate level.
• Potential to facilitate learning at postgraduate level.
• Potential to contribute to the creation of knowledge by virtue of publications and the supervising of postgraduate research studies.

 REQUIREMENTS

• In order to be considered for appointment to this post, the potential candidate must have a relevant Master’s degree with a minimum lecturing experience of two years within the field of Financial Planning (Principles of Retirement Planning, Principles of Estate Planning, Corporate Financial Planning, Investment Management, Risk Management). Relevant professional registration serves as a strong recommendation.