Lecturer

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit; Mahikeng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

North-West University (Mahikeng Campus) invites applications for a Lecturer in the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences. The appointment involves teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervising honours students, and contributing to research activities.

The role includes research, mentoring junior staff, and managing departmental tasks; a Masters is required, with PhD registration encouraged. Preference for candidates with SAMS/AMS links.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Algebra, Functional Analysis, Topology or Differential Geometry.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• PhD registration or intention to register is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teaching of undergraduate & postgraduate students.
• Research and supervision of postgraduate students.
• Assist with organisational and management tasks.

Skills

LaTeX

Matlab

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

Master's degree (NQF level 9) in Algebra/Functional Analysis/Topology/Differential Geometry

PhD registration or intention to register

Tools

LaTeX

MATLAB

Job description

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS)FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCESSCHOOL OF MATHEMATICAL AND STATISTICAL SCIENCESPOSITION NUMBER: M001065POSITION: LECTURERPEROMNES GRADE: A8EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Teaching of undergraduate & postgraduate students, research and supervision of honours students; organisational & management tasks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teaching and learning:

• Teaching of undergraduate & postgraduate students.

2. Research and Innovation:

• Conduction research and supervision of postgraduate students.

3. Organisational & management tasks:

• Assist with management tasks.
• A Masters’ degree (NQF level 9) in Algebra, Functional Analysis, Topology or Differential Geometry.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate students.

RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• Membership with the South African Mathematical Society (SAMS) or America Mathematical Society (AMS).
• Proof of PhD registration or an intention to register for PhD.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Latex, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Outlook, Matlab.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Work independently, but also as a team.
• Have good people skills.
• Professional and ethical behaviour.
• Be able to act as a mentor for junior staff.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

Prof David Kubayi, Tel: [phone]

CLOSING DATE:

21 May 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:

As soon as possible

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.