Latest Vacancies at University of Johannesburg

Job Purpose:

• To provide opportunities for an optimal student life experience at a campus and institutional level.

Responsibilities:

• To support and manage student organisations with regards to facilitating the annual election of new leaders for student organisations.
• To provide personal and leadership development opportunities for all students.
• To initiate, coordinate and organise projects that will contribute to a vibrant UJ student life.
• To support and manage student organisations.
• Manage student life projects relevant to all students.

Minimum requirements

• A Diploma/Certificate (NQF 6) in Social Development, Psychology, Social Services or related field.
• Two (2) years managerial experience.
• One (1) year experience in the higher institution of learning.
• Three (3) years’ experience in Student Life and Governance.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Interpersonal and active listening skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Negotiation skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Financial and resources management skills.
• Information and knowledge management skills.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to analyse and resolve problems and situations effectively.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong relationship-building and consulting skills.

Deadline:1st May,2026

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Job Description:

• An Associate Professor with Behavioural Science as an academic underpinning, both at Undergrade and Postgraduate level. The person must be able to carry out duties to promote and lead Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes to be globally recognised as pioneers in the field of Industrial Psychology and Human Resources Management and create a visible, unique, academic footprint, especially in Africa.
• We are a team of self-directed, creative, dedicated professionals who keep pushing the frontiers of knowledge. If you have a passion for research and teaching Industrial Psychology and Human Resource Management, this department may be the place for you. 
• We are particularly interested in applicants with specialist research and teaching interests in quantitative research methods, career psychology, and industrial psychology (in general).

Responsibilities: 

If you join our department, you will:

• Teach Undergraduate and Postgraduate students, and learners from our client organisations.
• Lecturing face-to-face and ONLINE in related modules at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.
• Supervising Postgraduate student research in various areas of Industrial Psychology and Human Resources Management, steering research to enable economic and social upliftment to the greater good of the South African population.
• Conduct and publish your own research within a research focus area of your professional interest.
• Presenting research at national and international conferences.
• Academic leadership in the coordination of the various qualifications in the department.
• Participating in internal and external service rending and social impact programmes and activities and interventions relating to leadership.
• Serving on internal department, school, college university committees.
• Engaging in activities that will promote global department excellence and stature.
• Forge and maintain external professional networks.

Minimum requirements

• A Doctoral degree (NQF 10) in Human Resources Management or its associated specialised fields.
• Professional registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa / South African Board for People Practices.
• Proven record of teaching experience at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.
• Proven track record of successful Postgraduate supervision of Postgraduate students (Master’s and Doctoral) to completion.
• Proven track record of research publications in accredited peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Proven track record of academic leadership.

Recommendations:

• Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching, e.g., teaching evaluation or relevant portfolio.
• Innovative teaching techniques incorporating technology.
• NRF rating would be an added advantage.
• Well-developed quantitative and/or qualitative methodology skills.
• Advanced knowledge in research methodology and statistical software (e.g. SPSS, R, Amos, Structuring Equation Modelling).
• Representation on and involvement in relevant Professional Societies.
• A growing / established research network.
• Evidence of successful fundraising (e.g. research grants) to support research activities.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Well-developed quantitative and qualitative methodology skills.
• Substantial published articles in accredited, peer-reviewed journals.
• Supervision of Postgraduate research projects.
• Teaching in multidisciplinary Industrial Psychology.
• Good leadership and collaborative skills.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• An excellent ability to speak and write in English.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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 Job Description:

• A full Professor with Behavioural Science (Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology / Leadership) as an academic underpinning, both at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. The person must be able to carry out duties to promote research in Human Resource Management and to be globally recognised as pioneers in the field of Industrial Psychology, Human Resources Management and Leadership and create a visible, unique, academic footprint especially in Africa. This ideal candidate must be a thought leader in their research niche, related to Human Resource Management.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be expected to be responsible for:

Teaching and Learning: 

• Delivering engaging and informative lectures [contact and distance] for undergraduate and postgraduate students on various Human Resource Management, Leadership modules, establishing recognised expertise and authority in the discipline.
• Designing and implementing comprehensive assessments providing accurate and timely grading and offering constructive feedback to support student development.
• Evidence of discipline-related external assessment and recognition as a leading expert in Human Resource Management or Leadership.

 Research:

• Engaging in extensive national/international research within the broad fields of Human Resource Management, Leadership contributing to the development of new knowledge and advancements in the discipline.
• Publishing frequently cited research results in scientific peer-reviewed journals.
• Presenting research results at national and international conferences and NRF rating (or rating based on an equivalent peer review mechanism) as an established Researcher (C2 or better) is strongly recommended.
• Evidence of national/international reputation as an established and distinguished Researcher in Human Resource Management, including an appropriately high number of peer citations.
• Evidence of a considerable record of successful supervision of Masters and Doctoral candidates.

Leadership, Administration, Enhancement of Discipline:

• Recognised academic leader.
• Evidence of significant participation and contribution towards meeting institutional goals and objectives.
• Evidence of substantial contribution to faculty and institutional roles, committees, and initiatives.
• Evident leadership in discipline and/or professional associations.
• Evidence of community engagement.
• Active involvement in departmental and college-level committees, sharing expertise and contributing to the decision-making process.

Professional Partnerships:

• Cultivating and nurturing professional relationships with industry partners to facilitate collaboration, internships, and research opportunities for students and the department.

Engaging in community activities.

Funding and Grants:

• Attract sources of funding and grants at a department and college level.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Doctoral degree (PhD) in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Leadership, Organisational Behaviour, or a closely related field.
• Minimum eight (8) years of working experience in the Higher Education environment, including substantial senior academic experience.
• Excellent teaching competence and extensive disciplinary knowledge in Human Resource Management and/or Leadership at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.
• A proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching and learning, evidenced through teaching evaluations, curriculum development, or a teaching portfolio.
• A sustained record of high-quality research output with national and international impact, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications in reputable DHET-accredited journals and scholarly citations.
• Demonstrated leadership in postgraduate teaching and supervision, including successful supervision to completion at Masters and Doctoral level.
• Competence in online and blended learning environments, with the ability to teach using a learning management system (e.g., Blackboard, Moodle).

Recommendations:

• Evidence of national/international reputation as an established and distinguished Researcher/Creative Practitioner, including an appropriately high number of peer citations and Field-Weighted Citation Impact.
• Evidence of a considerable record of successful supervision of Masters and Doctoral candidates.
• NRF rating (or rating based on an equivalent peer review mechanism) as an established Researcher (C2 or better) is strongly recommended.
• Proven experience in delivering keynote addresses at national scholarly conferences.
• Served as a member of an international scholarly society OR an international committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.
• Evidence of attraction of funds and recipient of grants.
• Knowledge of the online learning environment.
• Previous exposure to management of portfolios within a higher education environment.
• Evidence of visibility within the academic community.
• Affiliated and registered with the South African Board for People Practices / Registration with the HPCSA as Industrial Psychologist.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Good leadership and collaborative skills.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Leadership and navigation.
• Relationship management.
• Ethical practices.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Description:

• A full Professor with Business Management (Business Management /Entrepreneurship) as an academic underpinning, both at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level. The person must be able to carry out duties to promote research in Business Management or Entrepreneurship and to be globally recognised as pioneers in the field of Business Management and create a visible, unique, academic footprint especially in Africa. This ideal candidate must be a thought leader in their research niche, related to Business Management.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be expected to be responsible for:

Teaching and Learning:

• Delivering engaging and informative lectures (contact and distance) for Undergraduate and Postgraduate students, establishing recognised expertise and authority in the discipline.
• Designing and implementing comprehensive assessments providing accurate and timely grading and offering constructive feedback to support student development.
• Evidence of discipline-related external assessment and recognition as a leading expert in Business Management.

Research:

• Engaging in extensive national/international research within the broad fields of Business Management, Leadership contributing to the development of new knowledge and advancements in the discipline.
• Publishing frequently cited research results in scientific peer-reviewed journals. Presenting research results at national and international conferences, NRF rating and an established Researcher.
• Evidence of national/international reputation as an established and distinguished Researcher.
• Evidence of a considerable record of successful supervision of Masters and Doctoral candidates.

Leadership, Administration, Enhancement of Discipline:

• Recognised academic leader.
• Evidence of significant participation and contribution towards meeting institutional goals and objectives.
• Evidence of substantial contribution to faculty and institutional roles, committees, and initiatives.
• Evident leadership in discipline and/or professional associations.
• Evidence of community engagement.
• Active involvement in departmental and college-level committees, sharing expertise and contributing to the decision-making process.

Professional Partnerships:

• Cultivating and nurturing professional relationships with industry partners to facilitate collaboration, internships, and research opportunities for students and the department.
• Engaging in community activities.

Funding and Grants:

• Attract sources of funding and grants at a department and college level.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Doctoral degree (PhD) in Business Management or a closely related field.
• Minimum eight (8) years of working experience in the Higher Education environment, including substantial senior academic experience.
• Excellent teaching competence and extensive disciplinary knowledge in Business Management at Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.
• A proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching and learning, evidenced through teaching evaluations, curriculum development, or a teaching portfolio.
• A sustained record of high-quality research output with national and international impact, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications in reputable DHET-accredited journals and scholarly citations.
• Demonstrated leadership in Postgraduate teaching and supervision, including successful supervision to completion at Masters and Doctoral level.
• Competence in online and blended learning environments, with the ability to teach using a learning management system (e.g., Blackboard, Moodle).

Recommendations:

• Evidence of national/international reputation as an established and Distinguished Researcher/Creative Practitioner, including an appropriately high number of peer citations and Field-Weighted Citation Impact.
• Evidence of a considerable record of successful supervision of M and D candidates.
• NRF rating (or rating based on an equivalent peer review mechanism) as an established Researcher (C2 or better) is strongly recommended.
• Proven experience in delivering keynote addresses at national scholarly conferences.
• Served as a member of an international scholarly society OR an international committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.
• Evidence of attraction of funds and recipient of grants.
• Knowledge of the online learning environment.
• Previous exposure to management of portfolios within a higher education environment
• Evidence of visibility within the academic community.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good conflict management skills.
• Good leadership and collaborative skills.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Leadership and navigation.
• Relationship management.
• Ethical practices.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Purpose:

• The role is responsible to lead the teaching and research on Digital Transformation towards the fulfilment of the mission of JBS.

Responsibilities:
 
Teaching and Learning

• Develop and deliver high-quality, well-structured modules that enhance student success.
• Lead and contribute to the development of new and revised learning materials for updated and newly introduced modules.
• Integrate Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) principles into the design and development of course content.
• Ensure full compliance with all tuition policies, academic procedures, and institutional standards.
• Draft, review, and oversee the setting of assignments, tests, and examination papers.
• Take responsibility for the external moderation of assessments to ensure academic quality and integrity.
• Mark and moderate assessments within prescribed turnaround times.
• Design and implement effective strategies to improve student retention and reduce dropout rates.
• Supervise postgraduate students successfully through the duration of their studies.

Research and Innovation

• Produce quality research outputs, including accredited journal articles, book chapters, books, and conference proceedings.
• Publish thought leadership and opinion pieces on 4IR topics in the popular press.
• Prepare and submit grant applications to secure funding for research and development initiatives.
• Collaborate with international academic and industry partners to enrich curriculum development, teaching excellence, and strategic partnerships that enhance the stature of JBS.

Strategic and Operational Academic Leadership

• Drive and implement innovative teaching, learning, and research practices.
• Actively participate in JBS committees and institutional academic forums.
• Provide mentorship and academic leadership to colleagues within the discipline or subject area.

Minimum requirements

• A doctoral degree (NQF 10) in Artificial Intelligence, or relevant field.
• AI technologies and its applications, including related programming languages and software tools.
• International cooperation as well as engaging with industry, and to secure funding for research and development on impact of digital transformation on business, people and society.
• Proven record of excellence in accredited research outputs, supervision and in the teaching and assessment at university level.
• Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SME) experience (working in, or consulting with SMEs).
• Deep understanding of South African and African business education.
• Multi-disciplinary knowledge.

Recommendations:

• An excellent teaching portfolio at a reputable Higher Education Institution, able to teach large groups of 50 to 150 students, preferably in the business school context.
• Excellence in postgraduate research supervision and publications.
• Ability to develop programme outcomes and module content at DPhil, MBA, PDBA and Executive Development Levels.
• Industry-related experience.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to adapt communication to a range of audiences.
• Self-management (good planning, time management, prioritising and organising skills).
• Teamwork.
• Result driven.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Good financial management and budgeting skills.
• Problem solving and systems level thinking.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Description:

• The Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, seeks to appoint a Senior Lecturer qualified in Biomedical Technology/ Medical Laboratory Sciences who will actively contribute to teaching and learning, research, community outreach, and CPD development, in line with the University of Johannesburg's vision, mission, and goals.
• The successful candidate is expected to undertake Undergraduate and research supervision, respectively, contribute to the development and review of Undergraduate teaching and curricula, and become involved in community outreach and CPD activities, in line with the discipline/departmental-specific objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching undergraduates using diverse methods in the Faculty of Health Sciences (Department of Biomedical Sciences).
• Actively involved in core activities of the department such as academic administration, course development, consulting, and community-related projects.
• Supervise BHS students' projects and actively participate in the research, producing outputs such as journal papers.
• Facilitate teaching and learning within the domain of Biomedical Sciences.
• Facilitate theory and practice integration.

Minimum requirements

• A PhD qualification in Medical Health Sciences.
• Must have a track record of recent publications.
• Knowledge of applying for research funding.
• Knowledge, skills, and competencies in Medical Health Sciences.
• Experience in clinical supervision.
• A track record of Postgraduate research supervision and publication.
• Lecturing experience at university level and at least two (2) years’ experience in clinical practice.

Recommendations:

• Innovative teaching techniques incorporating blended learning.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Technologist/ Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Experience in developing one's own research group.
• Experience of community engagement.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent command in the field of Biomedical Sciences.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Teaching skills and good interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent computer literacy skills.
• Enthusiasm and passion for education, research, and community engagement.
• The ability to function independently as well as in a team.
• Good time management skills and the ability to perform under pressure.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Departmental Synopsis:
 

• The Department of Chemical Engineering Technology (situated on Doornfontein Campus) offers accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. It is seated in the School of Mining, Metallurgy and Chemical Engineering (SOMMCE), and the overarching Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE). The department is searching for a vibrant, dynamic, and diverse scholar who is passionate about enhancing the learning experience of students, enhancing the research profile of the department and the academic, social, and economic impact of the department’s teaching and research programmes.
• Apart from presenting lectures to undergraduate and postgraduate students, the appointee will be expected to actively conduct research, supervise postgraduate students and be involved in the other activities of the Department. Our research focusses on a number of aspects including process modelling and automation, biomass, mineral processing, carbon capture utilization and storage, catalysis, water treatment, nanotechnology, environmental process engineering and renewable energy.

Responsibilities:

• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and productive research and play a leading role in teaching innovation including the use of online tools.
• Be actively involved in core activities of the department such as teaching, research, academic administration, short-course development, marketing, and community projects.
• Assume responsibility to teach modules for the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the Department.
• The incumbent will be expected to lead curriculum development and review programmes.
• Annually publish peer-reviewed papers in accredited scientific and / or academic journals, and deliver papersat national and international conferences, commensurate with the level of appointment.
• Establish research groups within the Department and drive research activities.
• Conduct high quality and sustainable research that has societal impact.
• Mentor postdoctoral research fellows (PDRFs).
• Supervision of final year undergraduate and honours project students.
• Actively supervise postgraduate students.
• Obtain research funding from external funding bodies, national and international funding agencies, and industry.
• Advance the discipline of Chemical Engineering through industrial work, community engagement and active participation in voluntary associations (e.g. SAIChE, SAIMM) / professional societies (e.g. ECSA);
• Actively involved in all Departmental academic and administrative activities/duties (e.g. ECSA accreditation preparations, participation in official meetings and gatherings).
• Computer literacy in some Chemical Engineering related software packages.
• Drive the Global Excellence and Stature (GES) 4.0 objectives of the University of Johannesburg.
• Adapt to dynamic changes in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in academia.

Minimum requirements

• A doctoral qualification in Engineering (NQF Level 10).
• BTech, BEng Tech or BSc (Eng) or B Eng in Chemical Engineering.
• Must have previous teaching experience, 3 to 5 years.
• Experience in supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students (master’s and / or PhD).
• Evidence of research outputs in DHET accredited journals.
• Registered at least as a Candidate Engineer / Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and eligible to register as a Professional Engineer / Technologist within one year.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.
• Excellent teaching skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to apply relevant skills in addressing chemical engineering problems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to self-manage own research group.
• Strong interpersonal relationships as well as the ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• Industrial experience and partnership.
• Relevant evidence of discipline advancement and/or community engagement projects.
• Evidence of professional development.
• Evidence of relevant research capacity.
• Creates a Positive Learning Environment
• Adaptability.
• Fair and Student Centered
• Honesty, ethical, respect and integrity in dealings with students as well as lecturers.

Recommendations:

•  Registration as a Professional Engineer / Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
• Strong commitment to good teaching and research.
• Strong academic character.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Evidence of community and / or industrial involvement would be beneficial.
• Evidence of national and international collaborations (academia and / or industry).
• Evidence of engagement with scholarship of teaching and learning (SToL), i.e., teaching portfolio.
• Evidence of impactful research with a minimum h-index of 5.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Purpose:

• To lead the teaching and research on Digital Transformation towards the fulfilment of the mission of JBS.

Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning

• Develop and deliver well-designed modules that enhance student success and learning outcomes.
• Lead and participate in the development and revision of learning materials and curricula.
• Integrate Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) principles into course design and delivery.
• Ensure compliance with institutional tuition policies and academic procedures.
• Set and/or oversee assignments and examination papers in line with quality standards.
• Manage external moderation processes and ensure academic integrity of assessments.
• Mark and moderate assessments within prescribed timeframes.
• Design and implement student retention strategies to reduce drop-out rates.
• Supervise postgraduate students to successful completion.

Research and Innovation

• Produce accredited research outputs (journal articles, book chapters, books, conference proceedings) and contribute thought leadership pieces on 4IR in mainstream platforms.
• Secure research funding through grant applications and funded projects.
• Establish and maintain international collaborations to enhance curriculum development, research impact, and institutional reputation.

 Strategic and Operational Academic Leadership

•  Initiate and drive innovative practices in teaching, learning, and research.
• Serve actively on institutional and faculty committees.
• Mentor and support academic colleagues within the discipline.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Master’s degree in digital transformation with a focus on Leadership, Organisational development, Strategy or equivalent
• Supervision, research, publications, and teaching experience on digital transformation or related topics.
• Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SME) experience (i.e., working in, or consulting with SMEs).
• Teaching experience in MBA/PGDip.

Recommendations:

• A relevant Doctorate Degree (NQF 10 level).
• Previous teaching experience at an accredited business school.
• An excellent teaching portfolio at a reputable Higher Education Institution, able to teach large groups of 50 to 150 students, preferably in the business school context.
• Excellence in postgraduate research supervision, especially on master’s and PHD level.
• A strong publication track record in national and/or international accredited journals.
• Ability to develop programme outcomes and module content at MBA, PDBA and executive development levels.
• Industry-related experience.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to adapt communication to a range of audiences.
• Self-management (good planning, time management, prioritizing and organising skills).
• Teamwork.
• Result driven.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Good financial management and budgeting skills.
• Problem solving and systems level thinking.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Description:

• The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment prides itself in its vibrant, dynamic and diverse engineering community of scholars who are passionate about enhancing the learning experience of students, enhancing the research profile of the faculty and enhancing the academic, social and economic impact of the faculty’s teaching and research programmes. In the Department of Metallurgy at the University of Johannesburg, we offer a unique and “true” metallurgical engineering programmes with an emphasis on processing and engineering as well as manufacturing principles. The Department of Metallurgy at the University of Johannesburg offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees programmes.

Responsibilities:

• Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make an appointment of a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Metallurgy in the field of Extraction Metallurgy. We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified and ambitious aspirant academic to contribute to and expand the faculty’s current teaching and research interests/specialisations.
• The successful candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the projects of the department, including administrative duties, and teach in undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department of Metallurgy.

In particular, the incumbent will be expected to:

• Teach in undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the Department of Metallurgy.
• Expand and sustain research in Extraction Metallurgy.
• Contribute actively to research and publication in his/her specialist field(s).
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research in Extraction Metallurgy.
• Develop, review and lecture undergraduate and postgraduate subjects in Metallurgy.
• Execute departmental administrative tasks, e.g. ECSA filing.
• Execute administrative tasks at the faculty level, if/when required.
• Community engagement

Minimum requirements

• Strictly a PhD degree in Metallurgy and/or related fields with background in Extraction Metallurgy
• Must be able to teach Process control, Refractory Materials and other extraction metallurgy modules
• Strong commitment to teaching and research.
• A minimum of three years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution and/or 3 years' industrial experience in Extraction Metallurgy.
• Evidence of research outputs and proven track record of postgraduate supervision of Masters level or higher students.

Recommendations:

• Worked in related Extraction metallurgy environment
• Highly research focused
• Registered Professional by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), or immediate application in case of appointment.
• Visible in the field with some research outputs.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Strong academic character.
• Extraction Metallurgy Industrial experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability/experience to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to perform research, teaching, and administration simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal relationships.
• Analytical thinking and coordination skills.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Description:

• This position is responsible for professional protection, safeguarding, safety, and security of assets, property, staff, students, and all visitors, within the immediate vicinity of the University.

Responsibilities:

Security Services:

• Protect the property of UJ, staff, students and visitors through physical patrolling of the premises and enforcement of access control.
• Ensure that students, staff and visitors adhere to security policies.
• Ensure that physical security infrastructure (e.g. gates, street lights, burglar proofing) are in proper working condition and report any defects.
• Patrol University premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion or non-compliance.
• Identify, report and act timeously on emergency incidents.
• Secure crime scenes according to training until Supervisors arrive.
• Accurately complete role administration requirements.
• Ensure that the necessary documents are completed with regard to a specific incident.
• Take down and give an accurate statement of situations both verbally and in writing.
• Monitor and operate security systems when required, including the effective use of allocated equipment.
• Undertake preliminary investigations into reports of offences as required.
• Provide escort duties for staff at night.
• Attend and proactively deal with any security-related incident, as directed by the duty/control room, Senior Officer, Supervisor, or other member of protection services management team.
• Record all incidents in the appropriate format and write concise and accurate incident reports as necessary.
• Look for abandoned bags during shift change and hand them to safe keeping.
• Conduct searches as required.
• Control the safeguarding and issuing of keys.
• Upkeep an admin system regarding lost and found.
• Enforce and comply with the University’s rule SOPs, rules, regulations and policies.

Access Control:

• Perform and enforce UJ access control.
• Check all personnel access permits, student permits, visitor’s permits, vehicle permits, work orders/permits, and asset control forms.
• Search bags, vehicles as per standard operating procedures in accordance with the risk rating.
• Check material removal permits and verify content and authorisation signature.
• Lock and secure gates and doors after hours.

Customer Services:

• Ensure a friendly, helpful, and effective protection service is provided to all staff, students and visitors.
• Carry out duties, e.g. in connection with event days, open days; public, visitors or staff demonstrations, attend and assist at any emergency incident as directed by senior personnel.
• Present a professional image to clients through appearance and conduct.
• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.

Health and Safety:

• Assist in emergency situations such as fire or medical-related incidents by acting as the first line of response.
• Operate security-related and personal protective equipment following departmental procedures, ensuring the equipment is clean and stored correctly, reporting any faults to senior personnel.

Professional Development:

• Undertake staff training as required.
• Receive guidance and instruction from the senior personnel when necessary.

Minimum requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric (NQF4) equivalent qualification.
• Valid Grade C Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) registration.
• Computer Literary (Basic Microsoft Packages).
• Clearance record from South African Police Services.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in security services.
• A level of medical, psychological, and physical fitness commensurate with the inherent requirements of the position.

Recommendations:

• Preference may be given to applicants with NQF 5 qualification or higher.
• Preference may be given to applicants with knowledge of electronic access control and video management systems.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience in educational or corporate campus security environment.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a Professional drivers permit (PDP).
• Preference may be given to applicants with higher PSIRA Grades or Accreditation (e.g. Grade A or B, Armed Reaction, Special Events Security).
• Preference may be given to applicants with a valid SAPS Firearm Competency Certificate.
• Preference may be given to applicants with training/experience in Firefighting and First Aid.

 Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and write English equivalent to a high school certification.
• Good observation skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Aware of health and   safety issues.
• Dealing with people politely but in an authoritative manner.
• Computer literate, able to use MS Office and also visitor management systems.
• Experience in monitoring and controlling security equipment.
• Focused on the delivery of customer service.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Deadline:8th May,2026