Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor (Two Positions) - Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

UP Posting - Academic FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS

LECTURER / SENIOR LECTURER / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (TWO POSITIONS)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy. The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development. Responsibilities: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer incumbent will be responsible for:

• Lecture at undergraduate and postgraduate level on the Hatfield, Groenkloof and / or Mamelodi Campuses;
• Conduct research in at least one of the departmental research focus areas (including Mathematics of Finance) that leads to publication in reputable peer-reviewed journals;
• Supervise postgraduate students;
• Participate in departmental administration;
• Participate in community engagement;

Associate Professor Incumbent Will Be Responsible For:

• Lecture at undergraduate and postgraduate level on the Hatfield, Groenkloof and / or Mamelodi Campuses;
• Provide academic leadership as a teacher, researcher and manager;
• Conduct research in at least one of the departmental research focus areas (including Mathematics of Finance) and / or initiate a new research direction that leads to publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals;
• Supervise postgraduate students;
• Establish international partnerships and linkages;
• Be responsible for fundraising relating to academic research;
• Participate in departmental administration and managerial work;
• Participate in community engagement.

Lecturer: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD degree in Mathematics and / or Applied Mathematics (or a PhD to be completed by the time of the interviews);
• Some teaching experience in a tertiary environment;
• Demonstrate the ability to teach and explain mathematical concepts at undergraduate level with understanding and insight;

Senior Lecturer (Same As For Lecturer, Plus):

• Substantial teaching experience at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels;
• Potential to be established as an independent researcher in the near future based on a recent body of work;

Associate Professor:

• A PhD degree in Mathematics and / or Applied Mathematics;
• Experience as an independent researcher at an international level, based on a recent body of quality work within the field that attests to ongoing engagement;
• Excellent teaching experience in learning facilitation, subject mastery, curriculum development, development of learning materials and assessment techniques;
• Proven experience in supervising Master’s or PhD students to completion;
• Demonstrate the ability to teach and explain mathematical concepts at undergraduate level with understanding and insight.

Lecturer: ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Research experience based on a recent body of work beyond the PhD thesis;
• Substantial teaching experience in a tertiary environment;

Senior Lecturer:

• Excellent teaching experience at undergraduate and / or postgraduate levels;
• Experience in supervision of postgraduate students;
• Established as an independent researcher based on a recent body of work;

Associate Professor:

• Innovative contributions to teaching in some of the following aspects: learning facilitation, subject mastery, curriculum development, development of learning materials, assessment techniques;
• Experience in fundraising for academic research;
• Recognition as a leading scholar in the field for the high quality and wide-ranging impact of recent and sustained quality research outputs;
• Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching and research expertise that complements the Department’s needs;
• Excellent professional and managerial skills;
• An NRF rating, or have applied for one.

Preference will be given to candidates with a strong interest in Applied Mathematics, compatible with the research profile of the Department.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For These Posts, Please Attach:

• A comprehensive CV in the University of Pretoria format;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of three peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Teaching Portfolio detailing University-level teaching philosophy, teaching practice, and experience;
• A self-evaluation addressing the minimum requirements, required competencies, and added advantages and preferences. The self-evaluation must indicate the appointment level (i.e., Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor) at which the applicant wishes to be considered and then address the relevant selection criteria.

NOTE: Shortlisted candidates may be expected, as part of the selection process, to deliver a 15-minute mock lecture on a topic provided prior to the interviews.

CLOSING DATE: 12 July 2026

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Enquiries: Mrs E Kühn, Tel: (012) 420 2810 or [email protected] for application-related enquiries, and Prof M Chapwanya, [email protected] for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials. By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process. The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.