Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/Professor: Epidemiology - Department of Producti[...]

UP Posting - Academic

Faculty of Veterinary Science

Department of production animal studies

Section: Epidemiology

lecturer/Senior lectureR/associate professor/professor

(One post )

In the pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Responsibilities:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in veterinary epidemiology and related fields;
• Experiential training of undergraduate and postgraduate students in veterinary epidemiology and related fields;
• Preparation, presentation and review of course materials;
• Lectures, seminars and tutorials, evaluation of students, student support and participation in curriculum improvement and development;
• Active participation in departmental research programmes and development of new research programmes;
• Service rendering to developing communities and continuing education programmes; and
• A dministrative and management tasks as delegated by the Head of Department.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

Lecturer:

• A BVSc or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
• Registration (or registrable) with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) as a Veterinarian;
• Registered for MSc or an MMedVet or committed to acquiring an M-degree within three years of appointment;
• Commitment to develop a teaching and learning portfolio;
• Strong interest in research and potential to become an established researcher; and
• Evidence of continued professional development or continued education development.
  
  

Added Advantages And Preferences:

• A Masters degree in a relevant field
  
  

Senior Lecturer:

In addition to the requirements for Lecturer:

• A Masters degree in epidemiology or a related field, and five or more relevant peer-reviewed publications in accredited scientific journals; or SAVC, ACVPM, ECVPH or equivalent registration as diplomate or specialist in veterinary epidemiology, and at least two relevant peer-reviewed publications in accredited scientific journals;
• Registered for a PhD or committed to acquiring a PhD within three years of appointment; and
• Teaching experience at undergraduate level
  
  

Added Advantages And Preferences:

• A PhD in a relevant field
  
  

Associate Professor:

In addition to the requirements for Senior Lecturer:

• An appropriate PhD degree;
• Significant national professional recognition;
• Demonstrable experience in research, supported by ten or more relevant research-based full papers in national and international accredited journals;
• A record of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience;
• Successful supervision of Masters students;
• Evidence of involvement in the supervision of PhD students;
• Proof of the ability to attract independent research funding;
• Participatory membership in professional bodies;
• Evidence of academic scholarship;
• Evidence of community engagement; and
• Experience in field-based research.
  
  

Professor:

In addition to the requirements for Associate Professor:

• Significant international peer recognition based on technical expertise, collaboration and scientific output;
• Substantial experience in research, supported by a sustained record and impact of publications in national and international accredited journals with a focus in one or more specialized fields of veterinary epidemiology;
• Successful supervision of several students at Masters, PhD and post-doctoral level; and
• Evidence of exceptional academic scholarship.
  
  

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes):

• Proven knowledge and competence in the field of veterinary epidemiology, with experience in the analysis and interpretation of animal health-related data;
• Good quantitative skills, with experience in the use of one or more statistical software programmes used in veterinary epidemiology;
• Research interest appropriate to the position;
• Candidates without a PhD: Commitment to obtain a further postgraduate qualification in reasonable time;
• Good language, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills;
• Generic teaching competence such as communication and presentation, word-processing, spreadsheets and social networking skills;
• Critical thinking ability.
  
  

Added Advantages And Preferences :

• Expertise in one or more specialised fields of epidemiology such as spatial analysis, disease modelling, risk analysis or animal health economics, evidenced by publications in scientific journals;
• National Research Foundation (NRF) rating as a research scientist, or eligibility to apply for a rating; and
• Strong leadership, networking and grantsmanship skills.
  
  

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications and SAVC and/or other professional registration;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Self-evaluation, addressing all the requirements specified in this advertisement.
  
  

CLOSING DATE: 11 May 2025

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Enquiries:

For application-related enquiries: Ms Granny Maseko (granny.maseko@up.ac.za), Tel: (012) 529 8495

For enquiries relating to the post content: Prof Peter Thompson (peter.thompson @up.ac.za ) , Tel: (012) 529 8290

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 15 August 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.