Lecturer

Rhodes University; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 827,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable university in the Eastern Cape seeks a qualified Lecturer in Information Systems. Responsibilities include teaching, research, and community engagement. Candidates must have a Master's degree and teaching experience is preferred. The role offers a competitive salary and focuses on academia within the Faculty of Commerce.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience is an advantage.
• Membership of a professional board (e.g., IIBA, IITPSA) is an advantage.
• Research supervision or outputs are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching, research, and community engagement.
• Assume administrative, management, and leadership duties at various levels.

Skills

Project Management

System Analysis

Databases

Data Analytics

Digital Transformation

Accounting Information Systems Security

IT Ethics

Education

Master’s Degree in Information Systems or equivalent

Job description

Re-Advertisement: Lecturer (Grade L)

Information Systems

The Department of the Information Systems invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Description

The Department - Description of the Department

The Department is situated within the Faculty of Commerce, primarily servicing students reading for the BBusSc, BCom, and BSc (InfSys) degrees. Established at Rhodes University in 1980 as a sub-department of Business Administration, it is now an independent Department offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Information Systems is a two-year major attracting students pursuing careers in Information Systems or Accounting. All students must complete a first-year computing course offered by the Department of Computer Science before registering for Information Systems.

The Department offers courses at second, third, and fourth (honors) year levels, as well as Masters and PhD degrees by thesis.

Main Objectives

Academics are responsible for teaching, research, and community engagement. They are also expected to assume administrative, management, and leadership duties at various levels within the university.

The Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Information Systems or equivalent. Membership of a professional board (e.g., IIBA, IITPSA) is an advantage.
• Tutoring or facilitation experience is required; teaching experience is an advantage.
• Ability to teach Project Management and System Analysis; skills in databases, data analytics, digital transformation, accounting information systems security, and IT ethics are advantageous.
• Research supervision or outputs are a plus.
• Some administrative experience, even informally, is desirable.

Application Process

Prospective candidates should read the job profile and submit all relevant documentation.

The Following Documents Are Required

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, including reasons for leaving previous jobs, and referees with contact information.
• A motivation letter expressing interest and suitability for the position.

No hand-written applications will be considered. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. For inquiries, contact 046 603 7266.

Selection Process

• Short-listing scheduled for TBC 2025.
• The process includes assessment, presentation, and interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be notified of interview dates.

Remuneration

Basic Salary: R633,149.00 per annum

Cost to Company: R826,949.00 per annum (approx.)

This is a permanent position, with possible appointment on a fixed-term contract of at least three years. The university reserves the right not to fill the position. Employment checks will be conducted.

Closing Date

31 July 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the advertisement may close sooner due to high interest.

If not contacted within 30 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Additional Information

Rhodes University encourages applications from underrepresented groups, persons with disabilities, spouses, and partners of staff, in line with employment equity and immigration policies.

Core Values

Diversity, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Collegiality, and Compassion.