nGAP Lecturer

Rhodes University; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 633,000 - 827,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhodes University seeks a talented individual to fill the role of nGAP Lecturer in the Department of Physics, focusing on solid state physics or materials sciences. This permanent position emphasizes teaching, research, and community engagement, with significant opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates possess a Master’s degree in relevant fields and are encouraged to bring innovative research ideas that contribute to renewable energy advancements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in solid state physics or materials sciences, specialising in renewable energy.
• Preference for candidates with a PhD or significant progress towards it in the relevant field.
• Emerging track record of research publication.

Responsibilities

• Disseminating knowledge through teaching and learning.
• Creating knowledge through research and community engagement.
• Assuming administrative and management duties.

Skills

Tutoring

Facilitation

Teaching experience in introductory physics

Research publication track record

Administrative skills

Education

Master’s degree in physics

PhD in solid state physics or near completion

Job description

nGAP Lecturer (Grade L)

Department of Physics

The Department of Physics and Electronics invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

The Department - Description Of The Department

The Department of Physics at Rhodes University is seeking to appoint a Lecturer with expertise in the area of solid state physics or materials sciences under the Next Generation of Academics Programme (nGAP) and invites suitably qualified candidates to apply.

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research) and community engagement, and recognising differences in executing these responsibilities within the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume administrative, management, and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or university levels and contribute to their profession.

The Requirements

• A Master’s degree in physics in the area of solid state physics or materials sciences, specialising in renewable energy. Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD or who have made significant progress towards a PhD in solid state physics, specialising in Renewable Energy.
• Applications will be considered in all areas of Renewable Energy, including Energy conversion, Resource characterisation, Energy storage, Experimental or Computational materials characterisation within the fields of Solar, Wind, Geothermal Energy or other areas whose research can reasonably be expected to be carried out at Rhodes University.
• Tutoring, facilitation, or teaching experience required. No teaching experience is required, but teaching experience in introductory physics, solid state physics or materials science will be an advantage.
• No research supervision required.
• Emerging track record of research publication
• Some administrative experience albeit in informal contexts e.g., student or sports clubs, work experiences.
  
  

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and further particulars for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The Following Documents Are Required

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications and transcript, which should include the following: -
• Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
• Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
  

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to [e-mail].

Selection Process (provisional Date, Subject To Change)

• Short-listing meeting scheduled: TBC.
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
  
  

Remuneration Per Annum (Grade L

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R633 149

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R826 949

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 16 July 2025

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission.

These Values Are

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.