Professor of Human-Technology Interaction & Digital Innovation

Nelson Mandela University; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha seeks a senior academic leader to drive human-technology interaction and digital innovation within the Virtual Academy. You will lead teaching, supervision and scholarly activities while shaping transdisciplinary collaborations to advance staff and student competencies in ethical digital practices.

The role requires a doctorate, a proven research record and the ability to mentor Masters and Doctoral candidates, with strong leadership, fundraising and project

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a relevant discipline (e.g. human-technology interaction, technology or related field).
• 3–7 years relevant experience in higher education.
• Established academic track record comparable to full/associate professor.
• Cover letter.
• Equity targeted groups to be specified on the advert.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate learning with students and staff.
• Provide strategic leadership and management for the Virtual Academy and digital innovation initiatives.
• Foster transdisciplinary collaboration to achieve institutional goals.
• Supervise Master’s and Doctoral candidates.

Skills

Human-technology interaction

Digital transformation

Strategic leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Change management

Fundraising

Collaboration

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha seeks a senior academic leader to drive human-technology interaction and digital innovation within the Virtual Academy. You will lead teaching, supervision and scholarly activities while shaping transdisciplinary collaborations to advance staff and student competencies in ethical digital practices.

The role requires a doctorate, a proven research record and the ability to mentor Masters and Doctoral candidates, with strong leadership, fundraising and project