Lecturer

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A South African university is seeking a passionate Lecturer in Industrial Engineering for undergraduate teaching and learning, research, and supervision of postgraduate students. Candidates must have an M.Eng or equivalent, along with substantial teaching and industry experience. The role emphasizes teaching preparation, research involvement, and active participation in school administration. This position offers a permanent contract with competitive remuneration.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ teaching experience in Industrial engineering.
• Minimum five years’ industry experience.
• Professional membership with SAIIE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare study guides and subject material.
• Deliver lectures and practical sessions.
• Mark assignments and assess student performance.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research methodology

Time-management skills

Effective communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

M.Eng (NQF level 9) in Industrial Engineering

B.Eng (NQF level 8) in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

POSITION NUMBER: P002641

VACANCY: LECTURER

PEROMNES GRADE: A8

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Lecturer in the School of Industrial Engineering for undergraduate teaching and learning, research, as well as postgraduate student supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• An M.Eng (NQF level 9) in Industrial Engineering OR a PrEng certification in the Industrial Engineering discipline.
• A B.Eng (NQF level 8) in Industrial Engineering.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ teaching experience in Industrial engineering at a University.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ industry experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:

• A professional membership with the SAIIE.
• Publications in local or international academic journals related to Industrial engineering or Engineering Education.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching

• Preparation of study guides and subject material.
• Delivery of lectures and practical sessions.
• Marking and assessment.
• General module administration.

Final year supervision

• Topic selection and general guidance to students.
• Liaising with external clients.
• Frequent project meetings with students.

Research

• Conduct research towards own qualification (primarily).
• Supervision of postgraduate students (co-supervision).
• Involvement in professional/academic societies.

School Administration

• Representation at marketing events.
• Involvement in Engineering Schools.
• Representation on faculty-specific committees.
• General office administration.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Must be proficient in the following:

• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), email and the internet.
• Knowledge of the appropriate assessment theory and practice to enhance student performance.
• Research methodology and technical writing.
• A proven commitment to teaching and learning, including a willingness to become involved in students’ educational development and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of modern platforms (e.g. whiteboard technology, eFundi, etc.) to enhance the ongoing changing of the learning and collaboration environment.
• Effective time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good interpersonal relations and a client-service orientation.
• Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU.
• The ability to function well individually and as part of a team/subject group.
• Good analytical abilities and innovative thinking, as well as ability to be self-driven.
• The ability to solve problems independently.
• Good planning and organizing skills as well as good report writing skills.
• A high level of professional and ethical conduct.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

The following behavioral competencies are required:

• Decision-making skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Confidence.
• Self-motivation.
• Critical thinking.

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. Henri Marais on 018 299 1973

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mrs. Fadilha Minty on 018 299 4993

CLOSING DATE: 8 August 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

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.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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