Professor of Human-Technology Interaction & Digital Innovation

Nelson Mandela University; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University seeks a distinguished academic leader in human-technology interaction and digital innovation. The role focuses on teaching, supervision, research, and engagement within the Virtual Academy to advance staff and student competency in digital technologies.

The appointee will provide strategic leadership, drive cross-disciplinary collaboration, and contribute to knowledge creation through high-impact research and publications.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. human-technology interaction, technology/computer science, technology-enhanced education or related field).
• 3-7 years relevant experience.
• Established academic track record comparable to full/associate professor with diverse teaching, research, and engagement experience.
• Equity targeted groups to be specified on the advert; cover letter required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate learning for students and staff.
• Lead research and engagement activities related to human-technology interaction and digital innovation.
• Provide strategic leadership and management in the Virtual Academy.
• Foster transdisciplinary, institution-wide collaboration to achieve Virtual Academy goals.

Skills

Human-Technology Interaction

Digital Innovation

Higher Education

Teaching & Facilitation

Leadership

Research & Publications

Project Management

Education

Doctorate Degree

Job description

Nelson Mandela University seeks a distinguished academic leader in human-technology interaction and digital innovation. The role focuses on teaching, supervision, research, and engagement within the Virtual Academy to advance staff and student competency in digital technologies.

The appointee will provide strategic leadership, drive cross-disciplinary collaboration, and contribute to knowledge creation through high-impact research and publications.