FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGY AND ARCHAEOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER IN ARCHAEOLOGY

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The Department of Anthropology and Archaeology seeks a senior lecturer with specialization in late Holocene/Later Stone Age and Iron Age studies in southern Africa, extensive field experience in conducting archaeological surveys and excavations, and a proven track record of published research.

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:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses both face-to-face and in online- and  
• hybrid-model modes;
• Supervise and recruit postgraduate students at Honours, Masters and/Doctorate levels;
• Develop curricula and co-ordinate undergraduate and postgraduate programmes;
• Conduct  academic administration and other duties as determined by the Head of Department;
• Initiate and conduct research into the late Holocene of southern Africa, particularly the Later Stone Age and the Iron Age;
• Publish research in accredited, peer-reviewed journals;
• Organise postgraduate student writing workshops and annual field schools;
• Mobilise resources for postgraduate students/research projects; 
• Participate in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research, and community engagement.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctorate in Archaeology or closely-related discipline;
• Postdoctoral experience;
• Proven research and publication record in late Holocene/Later Stone Age and Iron Age archaeology in southern Africa;
• Demonstrated field experience in archaeological surveys and excavations; 
• Teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate level, appropriate to the post level;
• Proven postgraduate supervisory skills at the appropriate level.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Appropriate language and communication skills;
• Good interpersonal and mentoring skills;
• Ability to interpret material culture relating to southern African Later Stone Age, rock art, and the Iron Age;
• Proven record in student skills transfer and development.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• NRF rating;
• Track record of hosting postdoctoral candidates.

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 go to About UP.  Select Career Opportunities and select the position you want to apply for.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE:  20 October 2021

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

ENQUIRIES Prof Innocent Pikirayi, innocent.pikirayi@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to the post content and Vicky Reynders, vicky.reynders@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 2021 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.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.