Lecturer: Industrial Engineering X2

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in South Africa is seeking a qualified lecturer in Industrial Engineering. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and have experience in higher education lecturing. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, and student supervision. This role offers an opportunity to engage in research and academic administration, contributing to the overall educational mission.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant lecturing experience in higher education.
• Registration with ECSA will be advantageous.
• Proficiency in English and any other official language.

Responsibilities

• Lecturing Industrial Engineering subjects at undergraduate level.
• Planning teaching and learning activities.
• Conducting research and supervising projects.

Skills

Lecturing experience

Inter-personal skills

Coaching and mentoring skills

Computer literacy

Education

Masters in Industrial Engineering or Engineering Management

Job description

Job Knowledge

Skills and Experience

• Masters in Industrial Engineering or Engineering Management. All qualifications must be in Industrial Engineering or Engineering Management.
• At least two years of relevant lecturing experience in higher education and/or two years of industrial experience in Industrial Engineering.
• Registration with ECSA will be advantageous.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Assisting with the coordination of all academic activities related to:

• Lecturing Industrial Engineering subjects at undergraduate level.
• Planning and executing all teaching and learning activities for Industrial Engineering subjects.
• Participation in Curriculum Development of new PQM.
• Developing learning materials for Industrial Engineering qualifications.
• Participation in Industry Advisory Committees & partnerships.
• Promotion of community participation and linkages.
• Involvement in and assistance with any Quality assurance activities, including professional body accreditations.
• Involvement in any other T&L and administrative activities as required by the department related to the post.
• Conducting research, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate projects and dissertations.
• Research funding applications both internally and externally.
• Personal & professional development.
• Assisting with WIL and planning of service-learning initiatives.
• Assisting with recruitment, admissions & marketing as reasonably required by the HoD: Industrial and Systems Engineering.

Competencies

The key competencies include:

• Language proficiency: English and any other official language.
• Sound inter-personal skills.
• Good coaching & mentoring skills.
• Student-focused approach.
• Strong teambuilding and leadership skills.
• Good planning & organizational ability.
• Computer literacy and programming skills.
• Ability to cope under pressure.
• Organization of hands-on practical projects and exercises for undergraduate students in labs.
• Engagement with industry partners to provide students with real-life work exposure.
• Initiation and development of subject material within the listed areas.
• Contribution to team research and teaching programs and administration.
• Assisting with departmental administration.
• Developing innovative research, teaching, and learning methods and materials.
• Promotion of community participation and outreach linkages.