Senior Lecturer — Software Engineering & AI Research

Nelson Mandela University; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University invites applications for a faculty role focused on Software Engineering. The successful candidate will design, develop, facilitate and administer learning for undergraduate and postgraduate modules and contribute to research, community engagement and disciplinary activities.

The role emphasizes student-centred learning, collaboration with colleagues, and ongoing integration of IT trends to maintain high-quality teaching materials and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Information Technology or Computing Sciences.
• At least 4 years of relevant academic experience.
• Experience in .NET environments.
• Evidence of a research portfolio with accredited outputs.
• Track record of successfully completed postgraduate student supervision.
• Knowledge of AI theory and applications is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Contribute to research through publications, postgraduate supervision and innovation.
• Perform academic administration.
• Participate in community service and engagement projects.
• Incorporate current IT/learning trends to ensure student-centred experiences.
• Maintain up-to-date teaching materials integrating latest IT trends.
• Ensure modules meet quality requirements.

Skills

Software engineering

Postgraduate supervision

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Information Technology/Computing Sciences

Tools

.NET

Job description

Nelson Mandela University invites applications for a faculty role focused on Software Engineering. The successful candidate will design, develop, facilitate and administer learning for undergraduate and postgraduate modules and contribute to research, community engagement and disciplinary activities.

The role emphasizes student-centred learning, collaboration with colleagues, and ongoing integration of IT trends to maintain high-quality teaching materials and outcomes.