CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

To facilitate and administer the learning process for students of Plant Physiology in the Department of Botany, Nelson Mandela University at undergraduate and post graduate level, to do research, contribute to community engagement and to be involved in the core functions of the University.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels at high levels of relevance and quality.
• Develop and update learning and teaching materials continuously to maintain modules as contemporary and current.
• Evaluate student performance in accordance with acceptable benchmarks and report the same to University Administration using appropriate student assessments.
• Contribute to the generation of new knowledge through involvement in an independent research programme, delivering peer-reviewed publications in accredited journals.
• Supervise the research projects of undergraduate and post-graduate students at all levels of qualification.
• Be involved in community engagement programmes and partnerships with industry and civil society.
• Take responsibility for aspects of the core administrative functions of the Department, Cluster and University.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Possess sound knowledge in the theory and application in the discipline(s) of Plant Physiology, Cell Biology and/or Biotechnology.
• Effective facilitation of learning in these discipline(s) at undergraduate and postgraduate level using modern teaching aids.
• Contribute to the creation of knowledge by virtue of publications and the successful supervising of Masters and/or Doctoral candidates.
• Show potential for leadership in Departmental and Faculty learning and teaching as well as research.
• Display good interpersonal skills, a passion for students and the ability to work well in a team.

REQUIREMENTS

• A PhD in Botany (Plant Physiology, Plant Cell Biology or Plant Biotechnology)
• A minimum of five years of experience of teaching Plant Physiology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• A proven track record of research experience as evidenced through peer reviewed publications that have appeared in internationally recognised journals and/or successful sourcing of independent research funding.
• A proven track record of successful supervision of Masters and/or Doctoral students. Examination of Masters or Doctoral candidates will be an advantage.
• Experience in administration of academic modules and activities will be an advantage.

Disclaimer:

No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (3 September 2021).  

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc. must be displayed on CV.

Applications must be accompanied by a cover page on which applicants explain how they meet the requirements of the post.