Job Opportunities at University of Kwazulu Natal

Job description

• This position is in the specialist area of Mass Transfer and Separation Processes, covering fundamental concepts, separations by phase, the use of membranes and mechanical separation techniques, amongst others. The incumbent will be required to teach undergraduate courses, develop independent research programmes, supervise research and undertake administrative duties.
• The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader Discipline: Chemical Engineering.

Minimum requirements

• All applicants must have a BSc (Eng) degree in Chemical Engineering. In addition, the following apply to each of the levels indicated below.

Professor:

• A PhD in an appropriate area
• Evidence of excellent teaching experience and leadership in curriculum development at the tertiary level, related to the area of specialization.
• Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level, and related to the area of specialization.
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants.
• Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department / School/ College/ University, which includes mentorship and coaching.
• Evidence of national and international recognition in the area of specialization within the discipline.

Associate Professor:

• A PhD in an appropriate area
• Evidence of appropriate teaching experience and curriculum development experience at the tertiary level, related to the area of specialization.
• Evidence of current and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level, and related to the area of specialization.
• A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level.
• Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants.
• Evidence of national and/or international recognition in the area of specialization within the discipline.

Senior Lecturer:

• PhD degree in an appropriate area OR a masters degree in an appropriate area and Professional Registration with ECSA.
• Evidence of appropriate teaching experience at tertiary level, related to the area of specialization.
• Evidence of current and sustained research publication record in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level, and related to the area of specialization.
• A track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and/or PhD level appropriate for the level.
• Demonstrated ability to apply for research grants, either as the Principal Investigator or as a member of a team.
• Candidates with Professional Registration with ECSA will be considered favourably.

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Job description

• The Discipline of Civil Engineering in collaboration with the Department of Higher Education’s New Generation of Academics’ Programme, has an exciting opportunity for eligible candidates to pursue a career as an academic and researcher. The successful candidate will be expected to register for a doctoral degree at UKZN and will be closely mentored to become an academic through a programme designed to assist with early career development.
•  The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader Discipline: Civil Engineering.

Minimum requirements

• A BSc Engineering or B. Engineering degree in Civil Engineering (NQF level 8)
• A Masters degree in Civil Engineering focused on Structural Engineering, with a pass mark of at least 70%
• South African Citizen
• The successful applicant will be expected to complete a PhD within 5 years from the date of assumption of duty.
• A brief statement of motivation regarding the applicant’s aspiration to become an academic and a researcher must accompany the applications.

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Job description

• This position is in the area of mechanical design, and/or mechatronics, instrumentation and control. The incumbent will be required to teach undergraduate courses, conduct practicals, and carry out administrative duties within the Discipline in one or more of these areas. S/he will also be required to conduct research and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects in one of the associated areas of Mechanical Engineering. The incumbent may also be expected to perform administrative and coordinating roles within the department in support of the academic programme.
• The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Mechanical Engineering.

Minimum requirements

• All applicants must have a BSc(Eng)/BEng degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic or Aeronautical Engineering. In addition, the following apply to each of the levels indicated below.

Senior Lecturer: 

• A PhD in an appropriate area OR a Master’s degree in relevant discipline and Professional Registration with ECSA
• Evidence of appropriate teaching experience in a relevant field at tertiary level or relevant mentorship in an industrial or research environment
• Evidence of current and sustained research publication record in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
• A track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and or PhD level appropriate for the level
• Demonstrated ability to apply for research grants, either as the Principal Investigator or as a member of a team

Lecturer:

• A PhD in an appropriate area or engineering OR Master’s degree in the relevant discipline, with evidence of submission of PhD for examination
• Capable of registering as a candidate or Professional Engineer with ECSA
• Experience in teaching in a relevant field at tertiary institution or relevant mentorship in an industrial or research environment
• Current research activity as evidenced by a publication in quality scientific journals
• Evidence of presentations at national or international conference.
   

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Job description
Quality and Safety Control

•  The Quality Inspector will regularly inspect all buildings on the campus, including residential buildings and will log calls for any minor defects that are found that need to be rectified. Any major defects will be recorded and will be reported.
• The Quality Inspector will collect a random sample of jobs from each discipline on a weekly basis and inspect the work that has been carried out by the contractors to ensure the quality and quantities conform with UKZN Standards and quantities being billed. This may be carried out as part of the building inspections.
• Inspects facilities jobs related to the maintenance of the existing buildings, including building fabric, minor building alterations, new capital works.
• Ensures that all facilities work is carried out to prescribed quality specifications and performed in accordance with all safety regulations (OHS ACT and Construction Regulations). This would include the quality of installations of all items including plumbing and electrical fittings
• Conducts regular inspections to verify that equipment, tools and personal protection equipment used in building maintenance and operations are in good working order and comply with legislation/regulations
• Instructs service providers to remedy deviations
• Ensures and verifies that work is completed as per the Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and that the quality and quantities of work not measured by SLA’s is correct.
• Attends site and progress meetings where required.
• Provides feedback reports on performance of service providers

 Administration:

•  Assists with obtaining quotes for minor alterations (for example: floor coverings, sanding and      sealing of timber floor, glazing, window blinds, solar films to windows, canopies over windows and   doors, minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Provides reports on contractors not performing to the required standards or who are not billing correctly.
• Logs jobs on the Archibus system via the helpdesk for all Facilities related problems identified while inspecting buildings on the campus. These jobs will include garden and grounds and cleaning issues.
• Reports any fire equipment related issues to the relevant Health and Safety Officer and will escalate important issues.

Minimum requirements
Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 or NTC3 plus Trade Test or a Diploma in Built Sciences.
• 5 years post qualification experience in construction industry of which 2 years must be at senior level.
• Unendorsed driver’s license

Knowledge required:

• Computer literate
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, building and carpentry
• Knowledge of OHSA
• Practical knowledge and application of construction work
• Exposure to project management
   

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Job description

• The Senior Systems Consultant is responsible for supporting new and existing ICS applications, works closely with other ICS and University functional area staff in establishing requirements, evaluating, designing, implementing, and supporting_ network infrastructure including LAN, MAN, WAN, wireless, VPN, content networking, Audio-visual and server management
• The Senior Systems Consultant troubleshoots and resolves complex technical problems and assists the Principal Systems Consultant with day-to-day operational needs
• They should have the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, the ability to work effectively within a team structure as well as within an unsupervised environment
• They will supervise less experienced system consultants and administrators; identify system performance issues and oversee correct resolution of these problems

Minimum requirements

• A relevant degree in Information Technology OR a 4-year Diploma in Information Technology, with a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Microsoft Certified Engineer certification (MCSE)
• 4 years relevant experience in networking, server, and application provisioning in a large and complex heterogeneous Information Technology organization
• Hands on experience in installation, configuration and troubleshooting of network operating systems such as, Microsoft Servers
• A good understanding of SQL data bases, enterprise firewalls, web servers, email and Linux servers
• Experience in installation and configuration of Cisco Networking switches, wireless technologies (Wi-Fi), IP camera and surveillance technologies, access control technologies, audio-visual and Crestron integration and IP enabled devices
• A valid and unendorsed drivers’ license

Benefits

• The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.

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Job description

• The Dean in the School of Engineering will oversee various disciplines in Engineering and their corresponding graduate programmes
• The Deans will also be required to manage all disciplines in line with the Council approved School re-organisations architecture
• The Dean and Head of School is responsible for the academic leadership and management of the School. She/he provides high-level academic leadership and strategic direction of the School in research, teaching, community engagement, promoting the image and representing the College & School within and outside the university, including transformation consistent with the University’s and College’s vision and mission
• The Dean and Head of School is part of the College Leadership and Management Team and reports to the DVC although she/he ultimately represents Senate and Council mandates

Minimum requirements

• A PhD/Doctoral Degree in a discipline relevant to the School
• Associate Professor/Professor with experience in an academic/research leadership role
• An established academic leader and scholar with an excellent publication and research record and proven excellence in teaching and learning at a level that attracts respect and credibility from within the University, international scholars and other relevant external bodies
• Three (3) years’ experience in management and leadership of a university School, Faculty or Research Unit/Centre of significant size and complexity
• A track record of attracting competitive research grants
• Proven experience in leading and managing change
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineer Council of South Africa (ECSA), or eligible for such a registration

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Job description

• The positions are in the area of Microwave Communications or Control Systems. The incumbent will be required to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, develop independent research programmes, supervise research and undertake administration duties.
• The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Electrical, Electronic & Computer Engineering.

Minimum requirements

• All applicants must have a BSc (Eng) degree in Electronics or any other closely related and appropriate engineering field. In addition, the following apply to each of the levels indicated below.

Professor:

• A PhD in an appropriate area
• Evidence of excellent teaching experience and leadership in curriculum development in a relevant field at a tertiary level
• Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals. Appropriate for the level
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level
• Excellent and sustained track record of successful attraction of external research grants
• Evidence of strong and sustained academic leadership within the Department/School/College/University, which includes mentorship and coaching
• Evidence of national and international recognition in a research area within the discipline
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or eligible for such registration

Associate Professor:

• A PhD in an appropriate area
• Evidence of appropriate teaching experience and curriculum development experience in a relevant filed at tertiary level or relevant mentorship experience in an industrial or research environment
• Excellent and sustained publication of independent research in quality scientific journals. Appropriate for the level
• A sustained track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and PhD level, appropriate for the level
• Evidence of sustained and successful attraction of external research grants
• Evidence of national and/or international recognition in a research area within the discipline
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or eligible for such registration.
   

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• The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and research in the Marine Biology/Biology program on the Westville campus. S/he will also be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum development, and supervise postgraduate students up to PhD level. A strong background in marine offshore ecology, marine phycology or the ecology and physiology of marine vertebrates, with an emphasis on fish is essential
• The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Biodiversity and Evolutionary Biology

Minimum requirements

• A PhD degree in Marine Biology or a relevant related field
• Evidence of appropriate teaching experience in a relevant field at tertiary level
• Evidence of current and sustained research publication record in quality scientific journals, appropriate for the level
• A track record of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Masters and/or PhD level, appropriate for the level
• Demonstrated ability to apply for research grants, either as the Principal Investigator or as a member of a team
   

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Job description

• The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and research in the ecology/biology programs on the Westville campus
• She/he will also be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum development and supervise postgraduate students
• She/he would also be expected to contribute to curriculum development and administration in the School. Interest in organismal biology or ecology is essential as is a strong background in statistics and experimental design
• The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Biodiversity and Evolutionary Biology

Minimum requirements

• PhD in Biology/Ecology or related discipline OR Masters in Biology/Ecology or related discipline, with evidence of submission of PhD for examination
• Experience in teaching in a relevant field at a tertiary institution
• Evidence of presentations at national or international conferences
• Current research activity as evidenced by a publication in quality scientific journals