Job Description

UP Posting - Academic

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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY


DEPARTMENT OF TOWN AND REGIONAL PLANNING


LECTURER (One Post)

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:


The incumbent will be responsible for:

Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in those aspects encountered in the Built Environment that are taught in the degree programmes on offer in the Department; Developing a research programme in an appropriate area of expertise, or expanding existing research programmes; Publishing research articles in the foremost national/international accredited journals; Supervising postgraduate master's students within the research focus areas of the department; Performing assigned departmental duties (e.g. of an administrative nature); and Participating in the Department's community service programmes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Lecturer

A B-degree from a University in one of the relevant undergraduate programmes that is recognised by one of the respective Professional Councils in South Africa, plus: + A Master's degree in Town and Regional Planning that is recognised by one of the respective Professional Councils in South Africa;
+ Teaching or industry-related experience
+ One Publication (peer reviewed article or peer reviewed conference paper), or book chapter(s), recognized articles outputs or industry recognized outputs in the fields as listed above.



ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

Teaching and industry-related experience in the field of geo-spatial analysis, municipal development planning and regenerative regional planning and development; Evidence of acting as tutor and mentor to students in need of support and students that excel; Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching and research expertise that complement the Department's specified needs; Related industry work or consulting experience; and GIS and other computer related experience in planning.

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 medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.


Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za


In applying for this post, please attach:

A cover letter summarizing relevant experience and the areas of your teaching and research expertise/interests; A comprehensive CV; Certified copies of qualifications; A brief teaching portfolio; Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact; Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research); Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 17 March 2025


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


ENQUIRIES: Ms AR Segeri, Tel: (012) 420 2100 / E-mail: Amogelang.segeri@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries, and Prof K Landman, Tel: (012) 420 6379 / E-mail: karina.landman@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content.


Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 June 2025, 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.

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.