FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEAN'S OFFICE - ENGAGE PROGRAMME

LECTURER (Permanent position)

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 county and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

The ENGAGE Programme (Engineering Augmenting Degree Programme) is an extended degree programme comprised of both mainstream and additional/developmental modules. Students follow a structured 5-year curriculum. Professional Orientation (JPO 110 and JPO 120) is offered over two semesters in the first year of the ENGAGE Programme. The two modules follow a project-based approach and are designed to develop and refine suitable Academic, IT, and university-level Reading and Writing practices for academic success within the School of Engineering at UP. A team-teaching approach is followed and combined with assisted and peer learning. This integrated approach in both the presentation and assessment of the modules, aims to provide students with initial exposure to the practices and knowledge required of an engineer in the real world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to teaching and assessment within the modules as one of the lecturers in Professional Orientation (JPO 110 and JPO 120). The primary focus will be on the development and refinement of IT and Information Management skills and practices for entry-level engineering students. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to conduct research and publish in the fields of Engineering Education (focusing on the effective teaching and learning of students in extended degree programmes) and/or Big Data Science. Finally, the successful candidate will help to develop and refine the Professional Orientation curriculum in order to include new technologies and information. Teaching within the module comprises of three formal lectures (with two groups of approximately 100 students) once a week and three interactive discussion/application classes (with the same two groups). The two groups are comprised of students from the nine engineering disciplines offered in the School of Engineering at UP.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant Master's degree (e.g. MEng awarded by a university, member of the Washington accord or MSc Informatics/Computer Science) or equivalent qualification;
• Three years of teaching experience at a tertiary level.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Proven experience and expertise in at least three of the following:

• IT and Information management skills;
• Research in Engineering Education/Big Data Science;
• Active teaching and learning strategies;
• Curriculum and Materials Development;
• Online/virtual teaching at a tertiary level.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Above average IT knowledge and skills;
• Background in project management and team work in projects;
• Proven interest in support and development of students in extended degree programmes.

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, quoting the applicable reference number.

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;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 19 January 2022

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

ENQUIRIES: Mrs E. Greyling contact person. Tel: (012) 420 2100 / estelle.greyIing@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries and Dr E. Muller contact person. Tel: (012) 420 4109 / erika.muller@up.ac.za for enquiries relating to post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 March 2022, 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 underrepresented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.