Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa”.

Job description

The Council of the University of Johannesburg has declared the University as a mandatory vaccination site as per the applicable policy ((https://www.uj.ac.za/covid-19/). All applications and offers of employment is dependent upon compliance with the said policy.

The Department of Architecture is an academic unit in the Faculty of Art Design and Architecture (FADA) that offers comprehensive programs in architecture. Its program offerings a have a dual focus that is geared towards enabling students to achieve professional architectural qualifications as well as access to postgraduate learning opportunities. A transformative teaching philosophy informs the department’s pedagogic practice and research agenda in response to its location within the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in the city of Johannesburg. The department aims to enrich its academic profile in order to contribute to the development of UJ as the pan-African epicentre of critical intellectual inquiry.

Job Description:

In line with the DHET's flagship academic recruitment programme (nGAP), the Department of  Architecture (DOA) at the University of Johannesburg is seeking to make a Lecturer appointment. We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, qualified, and ambitious designated South African architect to develop and expand the school’s current teaching and research interests/specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Teach and assess architectural design at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Contribute actively to research in his/her specialist field(s);
• Publish research including the work of his/he, student, in the Unit. using appropriate channels (peer· reviewed publications and conference proceedings} as well as exhibitions, new forms of media and speaking engagements.
• Share in the administration and management of the DOA and the wider faculty.
• Participate in official meetings of the DOA and Faculty.
• Have an active presence as a public intellectual
• Supervise postgraduate students within the appropriate programme offerings.
• Develop key national and international links and collaborative opportunities.
• Actively contribute to the development and growth of the DOA, including Its newest initiative, transformative pedagogies.

Minimum requirements

• A master’s in a relevant discipline (architecture, landscape architecture or urban design) is required. The candidate will be expected to have registered for a PhD, or commitment to register soon. OR the successful candidate will be expected to register for a doctoral degree soon after commencement of duties.
• An in-depth and current knowledge of contemporary architecture design, history, and theory.
• Experience as a researcher.
• A record of collegiality, collaboration, and initiative
• At least two years' teaching experience at the tertiary level.
• An understanding of the principles of design research.  

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills in academic English
• Proven planning and administrative skills.
• Ability to monitor and coach student performance and provide critical feedback in an objective and professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborative effectivity with people from a wider range of backgrounds.
• Proven teaching ability and competence at postgraduate supervision

 Recommendations:

• A strong understanding of contemporary and emerging forms of research within the broad field of the
• Built environment disciplines.
• Familiarity with Elective/Unit System teaching methodologies.

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding job content: Dr Finzi Saidi on (011) 559-1115

Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Ms Pauline Senne on (011) 559-4694 (HCM Business Partner) 

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

Enquiries (UJ e-recruitment Portal)

If you have general enquiries regarding the advertised post, please send an e-mail with the subject line being the reference number of the post to vacancies@uj.ac.za

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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.