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  • Posted: Oct 14, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • The Sol Plaatje University, which had provisionally been referred to as the University of the Northern Cape, opened in Kimberley, South Africa, in 2014, accommodating a modest initial intake of 135 students. The student complement is expected to increase gradually towards a target of 7 500 students by 2024.
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    Senior Lecturer: Physics

    Purpose

    • The incumbent will be expected to teach undergraduate and post-graduate level courses in astrophysics and other general fields of physics. The applicant will also be expected to develop new academic and research programmes in astrophysics/radio astronomy and undertake research in their field of interest. A broad-based training in Physics with post-graduate specialisation in astrophysics/radio astronomy is an essential requirement for this position. Preference will be given to candidates with proven research experience in astrophysics/radioastronomy. The appointee will report to the Head of Department: Physical and Earth Sciences, and will be expected to contribute to the development and growth of the department.

    Minimum Requirements 
    Professor

    • PhD in Astronomy/Radio Astronomy or cognate field.
    • At least ten (10) years of teaching experience at tertiary institutions.
    • Proven track record of research excellence in the relevant field/discipline, evidence of a strong portfolio of peer-reviewed journal publications in ISI/DHET accredited journals,
    • Successful supervision (to completion) of post-graduate students at both master's and PhD level.
    • Demonstrated ability to attract external research funding
    • NRF rating is a requirement for South African Citizens and Permanent Residents. International applicants must demonstrate compelling evidence of eligibility and readiness to successfully apply for NRF rating
    • Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management.
    • Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements.

    Duties and responsibilities 
    Teaching and Learning

    • Compile work schemes in collaboration with colleagues.
    • Research and utilize new and emerging approaches and technology in teaching.
    • The professional preparation of teaching media.
    • The professional preparation of notes to supplement or substitute prescribed textbooks.
    • Research and selection of suitable reference material to supplement textbooks.
    • The facilitation of an effective teaching situation in which the learning experience can take place successfully.
    • The upgrading of course content/ development of new courses and/or modules to keep up with the latest requirements of the discipline.
    • Student and peer evaluations of teaching performance.
    • Apply appropriate assessment methods.
    • External examining and invitations to teach externally.

    Research

    • Develop research projects.
    • Apply for research grants.
    • Identify suitable candidates to participate in research projects.
    • Draw up performance plans for research teams.
    • Commercialisation of research output.
    • Provide guidance and assistance on research matters.
    • Act as study leader of student/lecturer study groups.
    • Publish research results.
    • Membership of professional bodies to keep abreast of new developments.
    • Fundraising and stewardship to donors.
    • Explore fundraising opportunities for research projects.
    • Work with advancement/grants department (including own team), as well as faculty and interdisciplinary teams to continually identify prospects (corporates, trusts, foundations, individuals) as well as high-profile ‘door-openers’ for SPU’s, as well as faculty research priority projects.
    • Compile funding appeals/ proposals.
    • Conduct regular evaluation of fundraising activities.
    • Post-graduate supervision.
    • Recruit prospective students.
    • Supervise postgraduate students studying towards obtaining a qualification.
    • Ensure that researchers keep abreast with the current research standards.

    Community Engagement

    • Contribute to community engagement initiatives.
    • Integrate community engagement interventions into curriculum.
    • Report on own involvement in professional, industry and/or community activities Curriculum.
    • Development and Accreditation.
    • Contributes to curriculum development.
    • Participate in curriculum review and the development of new courses/modules to ensure alignment with sector/discipline norms and requirements.
    • Review assessment methods for self and others.
    • Revise and submit programmes for accreditation by relevant accreditation bodies Student Academic Development.
    • Identify students at risk timeously.
    • Develop intervention strategies.
    • Provide counselling to students.
    • Monitor student progress.
    • Make necessary referrals for students, where needed.

    Administration

    • Keep attendance registers.
    • Record student results.
    • Assist with the registration of students.
    • Supervise tests and examinations.
    • Implement policies and procedures applicable to the teaching and learning, community engagement, research, SHE and academic administration functions.
    • Participate and chair departmental committees.
    • Manage marketing of programmes and aspects of open/careers days.

    Quality Assurance

    • Contribute to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents.
    • Identify QA feedback mechanism within the school/department.
    • Monitor the impact of QA recommendations within the school/department.
    • Implement appropriate interventions Academic Management.
    • Contributes to policy-making.
    • Set annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes Participate in the review of teaching, research, community engagement and academic administration objectives.
    • Contribute to the development of academic-related decision-making.
    • Acts as programme leader, mentor and coach.
    • Management of tutor activities.

    Personal/ Professional Development

    • Keep abreast of developments within own field of study and its implications for teaching and learning, community engagement, research, etc.
    • Keep abreast of developments in professional conduct at SPU.
    • Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments (where appropriate)
    • Engage in current professional development activities.
    • Prepare development plan for promotion to the next level, within stipulated time frame.
    • Ongoing development required by professional body.
    • Attend conferences, seminars and workshops.
    • Present research study papers at conferences.

    Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting

    • Develop relevant reports as and when required.
    • Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.
       

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    Associate Professor: Physics

    Purpose

    • The incumbent will be expected to teach undergraduate and post-graduate level courses in astrophysics and other general fields of physics. The applicant will also be expected to develop new academic and research programmes in astrophysics/radio astronomy and undertake research in their field of interest. A broad-based training in Physics with post-graduate specialisation in astrophysics/radio astronomy is an essential requirement for this position. Preference will be given to candidates with proven research experience in astrophysics/radioastronomy. The appointee will report to the Head of Department: Physical and Earth Sciences, and will be expected to contribute to the development and growth of the department.

    Associate Professor

    • PhD in Astronomy/Radio Astronomy or cognate field.
    • At least ten (10) years of teaching experience at tertiary institutions.
    • Proven track record of research excellence in the relevant field/discipline, evidence of a strong portfolio of peer-reviewed journal publications in ISI/DHET accredited journals, 
    • Successful supervision (to completion) of post-graduate students at both master's and PhD level.
    • Demonstrated ability to attract external research funding.
    • NRF rating is strongly recommended.
    • Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management.
    • Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements.

    Duties and responsibilities 
    Teaching and Learning

    • Compile work schemes in collaboration with colleagues.
    • Research and utilize new and emerging approaches and technology in teaching.
    • The professional preparation of teaching media.
    • The professional preparation of notes to supplement or substitute prescribed textbooks.
    • Research and selection of suitable reference material to supplement textbooks.
    • The facilitation of an effective teaching situation in which the learning experience can take place successfully.
    • The upgrading of course content/ development of new courses and/or modules to keep up with the latest requirements of the discipline.
    • Student and peer evaluations of teaching performance.
    • Apply appropriate assessment methods.
    • External examining and invitations to teach externally.

    Research

    • Develop research projects.
    • Apply for research grants.
    • Identify suitable candidates to participate in research projects.
    • Draw up performance plans for research teams.
    • Commercialisation of research output.
    • Provide guidance and assistance on research matters.
    • Act as study leader of student/lecturer study groups.
    • Publish research results.
    • Membership of professional bodies to keep abreast of new developments.
    • Fundraising and stewardship to donors.
    • Explore fundraising opportunities for research projects.
    • Work with advancement/grants department (including own team), as well as faculty and interdisciplinary teams to continually identify prospects (corporates, trusts, foundations, individuals) as well as high-profile ‘door-openers’ for SPU’s, as well as faculty research priority projects.
    • Compile funding appeals/ proposals.
    • Conduct regular evaluation of fundraising activities.
    • Post-graduate supervision.
    • Recruit prospective students.
    • Supervise postgraduate students studying towards obtaining a qualification.
    • Ensure that researchers keep abreast with the current research standards.

    Community Engagement

    • Contribute to community engagement initiatives.
    • Integrate community engagement interventions into curriculum.
    • Report on own involvement in professional, industry and/or community activities Curriculum.
    • Development and Accreditation.
    • Contributes to curriculum development.
    • Participate in curriculum review and the development of new courses/modules to ensure alignment with sector/discipline norms and requirements.
    • Review assessment methods for self and others.
    • Revise and submit programmes for accreditation by relevant accreditation bodies Student Academic Development.
    • Identify students at risk timeously.
    • Develop intervention strategies.
    • Provide counselling to students.
    • Monitor student progress.
    • Make necessary referrals for students, where needed.

    Administration

    • Keep attendance registers.
    • Record student results.
    • Assist with the registration of students.
    • Supervise tests and examinations.
    • Implement policies and procedures applicable to the teaching and learning, community engagement, research, SHE and academic administration functions.
    • Participate and chair departmental committees.
    • Manage marketing of programmes and aspects of open/careers days.

    Quality Assurance

    • Contribute to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents.
    • Identify QA feedback mechanism within the school/department.
    • Monitor the impact of QA recommendations within the school/department.
    • Implement appropriate interventions Academic Management.
    • Contributes to policy-making.
    • Set annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes Participate in the review of teaching, research, community engagement and academic administration objectives.
    • Contribute to the development of academic-related decision-making.
    • Acts as programme leader, mentor and coach.
    • Management of tutor activities.

    Personal/ Professional Development

    • Keep abreast of developments within own field of study and its implications for teaching and learning, community engagement, research, etc.
    • Keep abreast of developments in professional conduct at SPU.
    • Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments (where appropriate)
    • Engage in current professional development activities.
    • Prepare development plan for promotion to the next level, within stipulated time frame.
    • Ongoing development required by professional body.
    • Attend conferences, seminars and workshops.
    • Present research study papers at conferences.

    Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting

    • Develop relevant reports as and when required.
    • Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.

    go to method of application »

    Professor: Physics

    Purpose

    • The incumbent will be expected to teach undergraduate and post-graduate level courses in astrophysics and other general fields of physics. The applicant will also be expected to develop new academic and research programmes in astrophysics/radio astronomy and undertake research in their field of interest. A broad-based training in Physics with post-graduate specialisation in astrophysics/radio astronomy is an essential requirement for this position. Preference will be given to candidates with proven research experience in astrophysics/radioastronomy. The appointee will report to the Head of Department: Physical and Earth Sciences, and will be expected to contribute to the development and growth of the department.

    Minimum Requirements 

    • PhD in Astronomy/Radio Astronomy or cognate field.
    • At least ten (10) years of teaching experience at tertiary institutions.
    • Proven track record of research excellence in the relevant field/discipline, evidence of a strong portfolio of peer-reviewed journal publications in ISI/DHET accredited journals,
    • Successful supervision (to completion) of post-graduate students at both master's and PhD level.
    • Demonstrated ability to attract external research funding
    • NRF rating is a requirement for South African Citizens and Permanent Residents. International applicants must demonstrate compelling evidence of eligibility and readiness to successfully apply for NRF rating
    • Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management.
    • Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements.

    Duties and responsibilities 
    Teaching and Learning

    • Compile work schemes in collaboration with colleagues.
    • Research and utilize new and emerging approaches and technology in teaching.
    • The professional preparation of teaching media.
    • The professional preparation of notes to supplement or substitute prescribed textbooks.
    • Research and selection of suitable reference material to supplement textbooks.
    • The facilitation of an effective teaching situation in which the learning experience can take place successfully.
    • The upgrading of course content/ development of new courses and/or modules to keep up with the latest requirements of the discipline.
    • Student and peer evaluations of teaching performance.
    • Apply appropriate assessment methods.
    • External examining and invitations to teach externally.

    Research

    • Develop research projects.
    • Apply for research grants.
    • Identify suitable candidates to participate in research projects.
    • Draw up performance plans for research teams.
    • Commercialisation of research output.
    • Provide guidance and assistance on research matters.
    • Act as study leader of student/lecturer study groups.
    • Publish research results.
    • Membership of professional bodies to keep abreast of new developments.
    • Fundraising and stewardship to donors.
    • Explore fundraising opportunities for research projects.
    • Work with advancement/grants department (including own team), as well as faculty and interdisciplinary teams to continually identify prospects (corporates, trusts, foundations, individuals) as well as high-profile ‘door-openers’ for SPU’s, as well as faculty research priority projects.
    • Compile funding appeals/ proposals.
    • Conduct regular evaluation of fundraising activities.
    • Post-graduate supervision.
    • Recruit prospective students.
    • Supervise postgraduate students studying towards obtaining a qualification.
    • Ensure that researchers keep abreast with the current research standards.

    Community Engagement

    • Contribute to community engagement initiatives.
    • Integrate community engagement interventions into curriculum.
    • Report on own involvement in professional, industry and/or community activities Curriculum.
    • Development and Accreditation.
    • Contributes to curriculum development.
    • Participate in curriculum review and the development of new courses/modules to ensure alignment with sector/discipline norms and requirements.
    • Review assessment methods for self and others.
    • Revise and submit programmes for accreditation by relevant accreditation bodies Student Academic Development.
    • Identify students at risk timeously.
    • Develop intervention strategies.
    • Provide counselling to students.
    • Monitor student progress.
    • Make necessary referrals for students, where needed.

    Administration

    • Keep attendance registers.
    • Record student results.
    • Assist with the registration of students.
    • Supervise tests and examinations.
    • Implement policies and procedures applicable to the teaching and learning, community engagement, research, SHE and academic administration functions.
    • Participate and chair departmental committees.
    • Manage marketing of programmes and aspects of open/careers days.

    Quality Assurance

    • Contribute to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents.
    • Identify QA feedback mechanism within the school/department.
    • Monitor the impact of QA recommendations within the school/department.
    • Implement appropriate interventions Academic Management.
    • Contributes to policy-making.
    • Set annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes Participate in the review of teaching, research, community engagement and academic administration objectives.
    • Contribute to the development of academic-related decision-making.
    • Acts as programme leader, mentor and coach.
    • Management of tutor activities.

    Personal/ Professional Development

    • Keep abreast of developments within own field of study and its implications for teaching and learning, community engagement, research, etc.
    • Keep abreast of developments in professional conduct at SPU.
    • Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments (where appropriate)
    • Engage in current professional development activities.
    • Prepare development plan for promotion to the next level, within stipulated time frame.
    • Ongoing development required by professional body.
    • Attend conferences, seminars and workshops.
    • Present research study papers at conferences.

    Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting

    • Develop relevant reports as and when required.
    • Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.

    Method of Application

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