Junior Lecturer (nGAP)

Unitalentza; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious South African university seeks a Junior Lecturer in Applied Mathematics. The position involves teaching, supervising postgraduate students, and conducting research in artificial intelligence. Candidates should have a strong academic record and a Master's degree in a relevant field. This role is part of an initiative to support new academics, allowing time for a PhD.

Qualifications

• Must have MSc (with at least 70%) in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated research aptitude in AI.
• Good academic record in studies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct active research and publish findings.
• Supervise postgraduate students.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules.

Skills

Research in artificial intelligence

Communication skills in English

Education

MSc in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related discipline

Job description

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Background to Position

Faculty of Science

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Applied Mathematics Division

Ref.NW08/170/0725

Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Mathematics form the three divisions of the Department of Mathematical Sciences in the Faculty of Science at Stellenbosch University (SU). The Department also has strong links with the Faculty of Engineering. The Department of Mathematical Sciences is responsible for both teaching and research in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Computer Science at Stellenbosch University. The Applied Mathematics Division has an active research focus in the broad field of artificial intelligence, with research work being done in the following areas: deep learning, computer vision, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, generative modelling, Bayesian inference methods, and stochastic processes.

The position is part of the New Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) initiative of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), which funds the position (http://www.dhet.gov.za/ssauf/ngap.html). The newly recruited junior lecturer will benefit from a reduced workload in the first three to four years. The additional time will be dedicated to completing a PhD in at least one of the aforementioned areas of artificial intelligence.

Job Description

Duties include:

• Active research and publication in at least one of the areas of artificial intelligence mentioned above.
• Advising and supervising postgraduate students.
• Teaching undergraduate modules in Applied Mathematics.
• Teaching postgraduate modules in at least one of the areas of artificial intelligence mentioned above.
• Fulfilling departmental administrative roles on a rotational basis.

Inherent Criteria

• MSc (with at least 70%) in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated aptitude for research in at least one of the areas of artificial intelligence mentioned above.
• A good academic record in undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
• Good communication skills in English.

Recommendations:

• PhD in progress, specialising in one of the areas of artificial intelligence mentioned above.
• Experience teaching an undergraduate module in Applied Mathematics.

Commencement of duties:

01 January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

01 September 2025

Application Requirements

Enquiries regarding this post: Prof IM Rewitzky at 021808 3289, or [e-mail]

Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits or technical assistance with the application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre at 021808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021938 9636 (Tygerberg), or [e-mail]

About Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University (SU) hosts approximately 29,000 students (including 4,000 international students from 100 countries) and 3,000 staff members (including 1,000 academics) across five campuses. The university is situated in a scenic town amongst the Boland Mountains in the Western Cape, featuring historic architecture, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to sustainability and innovation.

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