University of North Carolina Wilmington

Professor/Associate Professor (Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment: Department of Mechanical Engineering Science) (Re-advert) Advert reference: uj_002396 Advert status: Online Apply by: 5 July 2026 Position Summary Industry: Education & Training Job category: Education and Training Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market related EE position: Open to all Level: Skilled Introduction The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future". Job description “Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University. For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO The Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment prides itself in its vibrant, dynamic and diverse engineering community of scholars who are passionate about enhancing the learning experience of students, enhancing the research profile of the Faculty and enhancing the academic, social and economic impact of the Faculty’s teaching and research programmes. The Department of Mechanical Engineering Science offers the ECSA accredited Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (BEng) programme, and the Master’s and PhD in Engineering postgraduate programmes. The candidate will be expected to teach, perform research, supervise students and participate in services required by the Department. Responsibilities: Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in mechanical engineering disciplines including, but not limited to: Design, Thermodynamics, Graphical Communications, Thermofluids, Theory of Machines, Thermomachines, Manufacturing Methods, Sustainable Energy, and related areas. Demonstrated computer literacy in relevant mechanical engineering software packages (e.g., SolidWorks, ANSYS, MATLAB/Mathematica, LabVIEW, or equivalent). Conduct research activities, publish in accredited peer-reviewed journals, and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and laboratory work. Participate actively in departmental academic and administrative duties, including invigilation, committee participation, curriculum development, and quality assurance processes. Supervise postgraduate students at Master’s and Doctoral levels. Engage with industry stakeholders to develop collaborative research projects, student opportunities, and funding partnerships. Participate in community engagement initiatives aligned with Faculty and University strategic objectives. Collaborate with local and international researcher as well as industry partners in basic and applied research. Minimum requirements Minimum requirements for Professor: Undergraduate degree in a Four Years Mechanical Engineering Programme, and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA, or clear eligibility to obtain/retain professional registration within the first year of appointment A minimum of ten (10) years' teaching experience at a tertiary institution Sustained record of accredited research outputs appropriate for appointment at Professor level Successful supervision of postgraduate students, including Master's and Doctoral candidates Evidence of academic leadership in teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, and curriculum development Evidence of raising internal and external research funding as a Principal Investigator for basic, applied and contract research Registration as a National Research Foundation (NRF) rated research, or clear eligibility to obtain/retain NRF rating within the first year of appointment A high level of proficiency in English is required. Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds may be required to submit evidence of English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS, or equivalent)  Recommendations: Relevant industrial experience. Established research niche aligned with departmental priorities Experience in ECSA accreditation, outcomes-based curriculum development, and academic administration Experience in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Fluent in English Evidence of professional development Team player with a passion for student training and research Strong time management skills Good organisational skills and the ability to multi-task Collegial and emotionally intelligent Ability to work in a pressurised environment and independently High level of integrity and ethical standards Minimum requirements for Associate Professor: Undergraduate degree in a Four Years Mechanical Engineering Programme, and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA, or clear eligibility to obtain/retain professional registration within the first year of appointment A minimum of seven (7) years' teaching and research experience at a tertiary institution Sustained record of accredited research outputs appropriate for appointment at Associate Professor level, demonstrating national recognition and emerging international engagement Successful supervision of postgraduate students, including Master's and Doctoral candidates Evidence of academic leadership in teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, and curriculum development Evidence of participation in research projects and initial success in attracting internal and/or external research funding Registration as a National Research Foundation (NRF) rated research, or clear eligibility to obtain/retain NRF rating within the first two years of appointment A high level of proficiency in English is required. Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds may be required to submit evidence of English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS, or equivalent) Recommendations: Relevant industrial experience. Emerging or established research niche aligned with departmental priorities. Experience in ECSA accreditation, outcomes-based curriculum development, and academic administration. Experience in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL). Evidence of collaboration with industry and/or international research partners. Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Fluent in English Evidence of professional development Team player with a passion for student training and research Strong time management skills Good organisational skills and the ability to multi-task Collegial and emotionally intelligent Ability to work in a pressurised environment and independently High level of integrity and ethical standards Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Prof Nkosinathi Madushele at Tel: (011) 559 2538 Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Mandisa Malindisa (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559 4097 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. If you require technical support / assistance on the UJ e-recruitment website, please contact our service provider PNET on the following contact details: 0861 227337/010 140 3099 or email ujsupport@pnet.co.za. 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.  Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

The SIT x NVIDIA AI Centre (SNAIC) is seeking a business-driven professional to lead industry partnerships and growth initiatives that expand the Centre’s commercial and strategic footprint. The role is responsible for identifying high-value collaboration opportunities, shaping business models for applied AI projects, and securing funding or co-development commitments that contribute to SNAIC’s long-term sustainability. Working at the intersection of technology and business, this role acts as SNAIC’s front-facing dealmaker, translating market demand, ecosystem signals, and AI innovation into viable partnerships across areas such as Generative AI, Large Language Models, Computer Vision, Digital Twins, and Multimodal AI. Success in this role requires strong commercial instincts, the ability to engage both technical and executive stakeholders, and the discipline to drive opportunities from early exploration through signed agreements and delivery. Key Responsibilities  1. Industry Engagement & Business Development Identify, qualify, and engage potential industry, government, and ecosystem partners for applied AI collaboration opportunities. Drive the deal process from initial discussion through to agreement. Manage active partnership accounts and track delivery milestones to ensure commitments, timelines, and outputs are met. 2. Marketing, Outreach & Positioning Contribute to industry events, workshops, showcases, and demos that strengthen SNAIC’s visibility and lead generation. Support development of partnership assets such as case studies, pitch decks, project proposals, and success stories. Work with internal teams to amplify SNAIC’s applied AI capabilities to targeted sectors and communities. 3. Data, Reporting & Pipeline Management Maintain an up-to-date CRM pipeline of leads, partners, proposals, and project statuses. Generate periodic dashboards and management reports on engagement performance, deal progress, and partnership outcomes. Ensure data accuracy and traceability across all stages of the partnership lifecycle. Job Requirement  Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Data/AI, or a related field. 2–5 years of experience in business development, partnerships, innovation projects, or roles involving both technical and commercial stakeholders. Comfortable working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ideally in a cross-functional environment. Working understanding of AI concepts, use cases, and industry trends, with interest in areas such as Generative AI, LLMs, Computer Vision, or Digital Twins. Exposure to NVIDIA’s AI ecosystem (e.g., Omniverse, CUDA, DGX, NGC) is a plus, but not required. Strong communication and relationship management skills, able to engage industry partners and internal stakeholders confidently. Good writing and presentation abilities for proposals, pitch decks, and briefing materials. Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple partnership pipelines, timelines, and reporting needs. Comfortable using CRM tools, dashboards, or project tracking systems. Key Competencies Understanding of AI and emerging technologies. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to liaise confidently with both engineers and executives. Strong proposal writing, pitch deck creation, and presentation skills; able to tailor messaging for both technical and executive audiences. Able to interpret partner needs and convert them into feasible project scopes, requirements, or collaboration models. Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects concurrently. Comfortable with CRM tools and project tracking. Takes ownership of tasks, anticipates next steps, and moves opportunities forward without waiting for instructions.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today We are seeking two Customer Service Advisors to work 20 hours per week during term time. Please note this is University Term Time and not School Term Time. The purpose of the Customer Services Team is to co-ordinate the planning, monitoring and delivery of the ‘customer experience’. Its core purpose will be to drive synergies of practice across the entire Estate and Facilities Management Division, managing customer experience, governance and operational safety, bringing coherence via Business Partnering to how activity relates to broader institutional objectives. It will drive connectivity to faculties, schools, and departments to support academic and professional service delivery. You will need 5 GCSE’s at grades A* to C or equivalent qualification, or proven track record of previous work experience in a relevant role or relevant life experience. Experience of delivering excellent customer service and using Microsoft Office applications are essential. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.