Senior Lecturer, Computer Science — Research & Teaching

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid and pension

Research sabbatical

Access to computing facilities

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

East London University in the Eastern Cape seeks a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science to lead undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, drive research, and contribute to academic administration. The role emphasizes mentoring, curriculum development, and collaboration with industry partners.

The ideal candidate has a PhD, an established publication record, and at least five years of university teaching experience, with a commitment to academic excellence and student mentorship.

Formación

• PhD in Computer Science or closely related field.
• Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals and conferences.
• Minimum 5 years of university‑level teaching experience.
• Ability to teach advanced topics in AI, Data Science, Software Engineering or Cybersecurity.
• Proven grant seeking potential.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• Experience supervising postgraduate students.
• Experience in SA higher education advantageous.
• Collaborative academic mindset.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver lectures and practical sessions across undergraduate and postgraduate CS courses.
• Conduct independent research and publish findings in journals/conferences.
• Supervise Master's and Doctoral research projects.
• Develop and update curricula reflecting industry trends and academia.
• Contribute to departmental administration and program development.
• Mentor students on academic and career paths.
• Engage in peer review and department initiatives.
• Seek external research funding and industry collaboration.
• Promote teaching innovation and use of technology in teaching.

Conocimientos

PhD in Computer Science

Strong publication record

5 years of university teaching

Teach advanced CS topics (AI, DS, SE,‑

Grant procurement ability

Excellent communication

Supervising postgraduate students

SA higher education experience

Collaborative work

Educación

PhD in Computer Science

Descripción del empleo

East London University in the Eastern Cape seeks a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science to lead undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, drive research, and contribute to academic administration. The role emphasizes mentoring, curriculum development, and collaboration with industry partners.

The ideal candidate has a PhD, an established publication record, and at least five years of university teaching experience, with a commitment to academic excellence and student mentorship.