Job Openings at North West University

Job description

• A postdoctoral fellow position is available at the School of Chemical and Minerals Engineering at the North-West University.
• The prospective candidate should be able to conduct research independently and collaboratively, generate innovative research ideas, document and publish research findings within the School of Chemical and Minerals Engineering.
• As a postdoctoral research fellow in the nanotechnology and environmental engineering research group, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of novel technologies and catalytic processes for solid waste valorisation, and their application in the synthesis of 2D nanomaterials, with the sole goal of applying them as economically viable and sustainable solutions to wastewater treatment and other water-related treatment technologies.

The prospective candidate should possess a strong background in chemical engineering or a related field and have sufficient experience in the following:

• Conducting research on nanomaterial synthesis from solid wastes. 
• Fabrication of advanced membrane materials for wastewater treatment.
• Removing micropollutants from wastewater using smart advanced nanomaterials.
• Conducting physicochemical analysis using microscopic and spectroscopic techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and so on.
• Familiar with using machine learning tools such as artificial neural networks (ANN) for modelling and prediction processes.
• Supervising/ mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Minimum requirements

• PhD in Chemical Engineering obtained within five years.
• Good track record of publications in peer-reviewed ISI journals.
• Excellent scientific writing and communication skills. 
• Strong analytical and teamwork ability.

CLOSING DATE:   19 September 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To be responsible for teaching & learning, research and community engagement in the School of Professional Studies for the subject group, Curriculum studies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching Undergraduate Modules.
• Teaching and Supervision: Postgraduate.
• Research Publications.
• Community Service.
• Study Guide and Material Development.
• Support of Research Entity.
• Initiating and Planning of Strategic Research Initiatives.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF 10) in Curriculum Studies.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in teaching in the relevant field in a higher education environment.
• Be an author/co-author of at least 2 research articles in accredited journals.
• Completed supervision of at least 1 master’s student,

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• Have proven teaching experience in curriculum studies.
• Involvement in funded research projects.
• Research skills, interpersonal skills/communication and computer literacy.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate recent experience of working and teaching in a higher education context.
• Demonstrate recent experience in publishing accredited research.
• Demonstrate recent experience in supervising post-graduate students to completion.
• Demonstrate recent experience of involvement in Community Engagement.

Behavioural Competencies

• Team worker.
• Good interpersonal relations.

CLOSING DATE:  30 September 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• Involved in teaching and learning (undergraduate and post-graduate programmes); research which fits into the faculty’s focus areas; post-graduate supervision (where applicable); community service and tasks which relate to all above activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Teaching and Learning

• Teaching and learning at the undergraduate level, including supervision of LLB dissertations. Involvement at the PG level, including supervision, critical reading, examination, moderation and any other responsibility as required. 

 Research and Innovation

• Conducting own research that fits into the faculty's focus areas. Creative research output by the level of appointment. This includes publication, conference attendance and presentation, workshops and colloquia.

 Academic leadership, management and administration/ university service

• Involvement in Administration and Management responsibilities. Participate in leadership roles within the faculty, membership in faculty committees as and when required, and administration and service to the university by serving on institutional structures. 

 Community and scientific Engagement/ Social responsiveness     

• Sharing of expertise and service to the scientific community. Involvement in community engagement and social cohesion, including media commentary, serving on review structure inside and outside the faculty/university and promoting the university image and internationalisation.

 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

• Adherence to the OHS standards and policies of the university. Participation in the OHS committees as and when required.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in any field in law or a PhD/DPhil in Law (NQF level 10).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in academia

OR

• A master’s degree (NQF level 9) in any field of Law.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ post-admission practical legal experience in private practice or seven (7) years in public prosecution.
• Active involvement in research, as evidenced by a number of publications in accredited journals. 

 ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• Proven record of effective post-graduate supervision, including the completed promotion of an LLM student
• .Academic leadership and management experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in teaching-learning and research in public/private/mercantile law. However, candidates with expertise in any other legal field will be considered.
• Excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Social responsiveness and involvement in community engagement.

 KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

•  Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and legal language skills.
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, MS Teams, and PowerPoint), email, Internet, and the electronic retrieval of legal sources.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment.
• Curriculum design, development, and review skills
• Adaptability and agility
• Strong research skills, funding applications, and research UG and PG students.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally at various levels in the multilingual environments of the NWU.

 KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

•  Good interpersonal relations.
• The ability to work with large groups of people.
• Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills and innovative thinking as well as good report writing skills.
• Highly motivated, self-driven and independent.
• Good planning, organisational skills, time management.
• A high level of professional and ethical conduct

CLOSING DATE:  21 September 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To carry out duties relating to teaching & learning, research and community engagement, for the subject group Curriculum Studies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching undergraduate modules.
• Teaching and supervision: Postgraduate.
• Research publications.
• Community service.
• Study guide and material development.
• Support of research entity.
• Initiating and planning of strategic research initiatives.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD (NQF 10) in Curriculum Studies.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in teaching in the relevant field in a higher education environment.
• Be an author/co-author of at least 2 research articles in accredited journals.
• Completed supervision of at least 1 master’s student.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• Have proven teaching experience in curriculum studies.
• Involvement in funded research projects.
• Research skills, interpersonal skills/communication and computer literacy.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate recent experience of working and teaching in a higher education context.
• Demonstrate recent experience in publishing accredited research.
• Demonstrate recent experience in supervising post-graduate students to completion.
• Demonstrate recent experience of involvement in Community Engagement.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team.

CLOSING DATE:  30 September 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• The successful candidate will be competent researcher in the field of plant ecology, plant ecophysiology or bioinformatics with a proven track of accredited publications and the ability to communicate this research to fellow scientists and the public.
• In addition, it is desirable that the candidate have experience in undergraduate teaching and learning and has mentored postgraduate students in the field of Botany. In this position the candidate would be expected to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level and to actively engage in research and attract research funding.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching and Learning, including Higher Degree Supervision.
• OHS (Occupational Health and Safety).
• Personal Research, Innovation and/or Creative Outputs.
• Academic Leadership, Management and Administration.
• Social Responsiveness and Industry Involvement.

Minimum requirements

LECTURER:

• A Masters’ degree (NQF level 9) in Botany or Plant Ecology.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate students.

SENIOR LECTURER:

• A PhD (NQF level 10) in Botany or Plant Ecology.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Supervision of Masters and PhD students.
• A track record of research publications.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email and internet
• Statistical techniques for plant community analysis and interpretation
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance
• Proficiency in research methodology and technical writing
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
• Effective time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team or subject group.
• Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good planning and organising skills as well as good report writing skills.
• A valid driver’s licence is required.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• A high level of professional and ethical conduct.
• Decision-making skills.
• Analytical skills and critical thinking.
• Confidence and self-directedness.

CLOSING DATE:  28 September 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The School of Communication Studies at the NWU (Potchefstroom Campus) has one vacancy for a Lecturer in the vibrant and dynamic field of communication, subject field journalism and media studies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching and Learning (Primary Focus)
• Core Modules: Introductory reporting and news writing, advanced news writing, magazine and feature writing, multimedia storytelling, news design, radio journalism, social media journalism, and AI applications in newsrooms
• Programme Scope: Deliver both skills-based and theoretical modules in journalism, commercial journalism (mass media), and corporate journalism (internal communications)
• Language Instruction: Teach news writing modules in English; Afrikaans instruction capability essential for programme needs
• General Education: Contribute to broader communication studies curriculum as needed
• Student Engagement: Provide practical, hands-on instruction that bridges academic theory with industry practice
• Mentorship: Advise students on academic and career development

Curriculum Development and Innovation

• Lead curricular updates to reflect current industry trends and technological developments
• Collaborate on expanding journalism programme offerings across NWU campuses
• Integrate authentic learning experiences that connect students with real newsroom environments
• Develop and maintain current study guides and module materials

Research and Scholarly Activities

• Pursue research in journalism, media studies, or related communication fields
• Collaborate on research projects with colleagues across the School and Faculty
• Contribute to academic publications and conference presentations
• Support student research initiatives

Service and Administration

• Institutional Service: Participate in department, school, and university committees as assigned
• Community Engagement: Contribute to community-based journalism initiatives and public media literacy efforts
• Assessment: Manage student evaluation, marking, and academic progress monitoring
• Administrative Tasks: Handle module administration, record-keeping, and reporting requirements

Minimum requirements

• A master’s degree (NQF level 9) in Communication with specialisation in Journalism.
• Alternative qualifications will be considered: Master’s degrees in media studies, Digital Communication, or closely related fields with demonstrable journalism focus.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ practical experience as a journalist.
• Proficient news writing and editing skills in English.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• Membership with SACOMM (South African Communication Association).
• Previous teaching experience at a higher education level.
• Research experience and publications in journalism/media studies.
• 5 years of journalism experience with editorial or management responsibilities.
• Experience in broadcast journalism and editorial management.
• Proficient news writing and editing skills in Afrikaans (essential for serving our bilingual student population).

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Digital Journalism Skills: Proficiency in multimedia storytelling, social media journalism, data visualisation and analysis, news design, and emerging technologies in newsrooms.
• Teaching Technology: Experience with learning management systems (preferably eFundi or similar platforms).
• Industry Knowledge: Current understanding of journalism ethics, media law, and industry trends.
• AI and Innovation: Familiarity with artificial intelligence applications in modern newsrooms.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to ethical principles in journalism and education.
• Enthusiasm for student mentorship and academic leadership.

CLOSING DATE:  30 September 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Lecturer / Junior Lecturer should be able to:

• Implement effective lecturing of occupational hygiene modules.
• Show innovation in research and teaching-learning.
• Enrol in a MHSc in Occupational Hygiene (Junior Lecturer) / PhD in Occupational Hygiene (Lecturer).
• Participate in the day-to-day activities of the Occupational Hygiene Subject Group related to Teaching and Learning and Research.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Teaching and Learning

• Develop coursework and present undergraduate occupational hygiene modules.
• Supervision of undergraduate research projects.

Leadership, management and service to NWU 

• Laboratory/instrument management and presentation of practical demonstrations.
• Management of work integrated learning aspects of programme.
• Provide service to the NWU by contributing to the achievement of its goals.

Training and Development 

• Register for postgraduate qualification.
• Be willing to undergo, attend and complete training successfully.

Minimum requirements

JUNIOR LECTURER:

• A Bachelor of Health Sciences degree in Occupational Hygiene or equivalent (NQF level 8).

LECTURER:

• A Master of Health Sciences degree in Occupational Hygiene or equivalent (NQF level 9).

ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCE:

• Professional registration with the Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene (Student/Occupational Hygiene Assistant).
• Experience in the practice of Occupational Hygiene and / or teaching (lecturing).

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Computer literate with specific focus on Windows OS and Office 365.
• Knowledge of assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g., whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work without supervision and solve challenges as they arise.
• Ability to work within a group.
• Ability to take initiative.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good time management and problem-solving skills.
• Good planning and organising skills, as well as good report writing skills.
• A high level of professional and ethical conduct.

CLOSING DATE:  26 September 2025

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The Faculty of Engineering at North-West University is a vibrant, industry-engaged academic environment focused on developing engineers who are equipped to lead in a rapidly changing world. The Faculty offers seven professional undergraduate programmes Diploma and research-based variants of these programmes are also offered at postgraduate level, alongside specialised offerings in Nuclear Engineering, Sustainability and Sustainable Mining.
• Temporary, part-time (2 years) lecturing positions in the NWU Faculty of Engineering.
• PGDip (Industrial Engineering), also with specializations in Sustainability and Sustainable Mining.
• PGDip (Nuclear Science and Technology), also with specialization in Nuclear Technology Management.
• We are seeking recent B.Eng graduates for part-time junior lecturer positions in our B.Eng programmes 
• We’re also seeking part-time contract lecturers to present in our online Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering and Sustainability programme.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching

• Preparation of study guides and subject material.
• Delivery of lectures.
• Student supervision.
• Marking and assessment.
• General module administration.

Research

Administration

Minimum requirements

• Registrable with ECSA.
• A minimum of one (1) year of evidence of independent research or industry experience.

Position specific requirements,

JUNIOR LECTURER:

• A B. Eng degree or equivalent in relevant discipline (NQF level 8).

LECTURER:

• An M. Eng degree in a relevant discipline (NQF level 9).
• A minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGE & PREFERENCE:

• A minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience - Junior Lecturer.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Must be proficient in the following:

• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), email, and internet.
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• Research methodology and technical writing.
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g., whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changes of the learning and collaboration environment.
• Effective time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group.
• Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as the ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good planning and organising skills, as well as good report writing skills.
• High level of professional and ethical conduct.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

The following behavioural competencies are required:

• Decision-making skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Confidence.
• Self-motivation.
• Critical thinking.

CLOSING DATE:  16 September 2025