Senior Lecturer

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)

FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES- GEO AND SPATIAL SCIENCES

POSITION NUMBER: P003809

VACANCY: SENIOR LECTURER IN ROCK MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING GEOLOGY

PEROMNES GRADE: A7

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To lecture undergraduate modules and supervise postgraduate students in the Sustainable Mining Programme, carry out research and produce publications.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A PhD in Geological sciences/Engineering Geology/Mining Engineering (NQF level 10).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, as well as tutoring undergraduate students.
• At least one publication in a reputable journal and/or strong research background.
• Prior experience in postgraduate supervision.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• A certificate in rock mechanics (NQF level 3).
• A certificate in strata control (NQF level 3).
• Accreditations with the Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Professional registrations with the South African Council of Natural Scientific Professionals (SACNASP).

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching

• Teaching at undergraduate/postgraduate level in Geology.

Research

• Undertake research within the Unit for Environment Sciences and Management on issues of Geology, Soil Sciences and Engineering Geology and/or Rock Mechanics.
• Supervision of post-graduate students.
• Produce research output through international and national accredited articles and conference contributions.
• Fundraising for research.

Admin

• Administrative tasks including curriculum development.

Community engagement

• Application of expertise in communities to address local identified issues of Geology/Soil Sciences.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Experience in sustainable mining practices and/or mine rehabilitation.
• Good knowledge on legislation governing the mining environment.
• Good knowledge of South African geology and the South African mining industry.
• Field work experience.
• Prior experience in lecturing at tertiary level.
• Laboratory experience.
• Industry experience.
• Good publication record in reputable journals.
• Prior experience in postgraduate supervision.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Independent researcher.
• Project management capabilities.
• Ability to teach diverse groups and in diverse environments.
• Open to work interdisciplinary within the subject group and with other UESM researchers.
• Work under pressure.
• Good time management.
• Team player.
• Good communicator.
• Good writing skills.
• Problem solving.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof. Stuart Piketh 018 299 1582

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Dolly Lebepe on 018 299 4936

CLOSING DATE: 14 July 2026

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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