Lecturer: Mathematics Science, Gqeberha

To facilitate teaching and learning in Mathematics at undergraduate and postgraduate level, to contribute to the administration of the department as needed, and to undertake research.

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Develop course material for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching modules.
• Provide expertise in Functional Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Discreet Mathematics or any other discipline in Pure Mathematics.
• Perform teaching-related and departmental administrative duties.

• To engage in inter-departmental and/or inter-faculty collaborative research in order to generate cross-disciplinary engagement and research outputs.
• To supervise honours and/or Master’s projects.

• Interact with relevant industry groups, government departments and independent research institutes (where applicable) to further the goals of the Department and of the University.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Possess sound knowledge of undergraduate level Mathematics in fields such as Functional Analysis, Abstract Algebra and Discreet Mathematics
• Have experience at facilitating learning at undergraduate level, must be willing and able to teach large classes (100 - 400 students), and be able to coordinate the teaching of large classes.
• Possess the academic ability and personality to teach at all levels of the undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Possess excellent communication skills to engage internal and external stakeholders in departmental endeavours, for teaching and report writing.
• Sound research skills demonstrated through:
  • Presented at local and/or international conferences.

• Minimum qualification is a Master’s degree relevant to the field of Pure Mathematics.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience, including lecturing experience in the field of Pure Mathematics.
• At least one presentation at a conference.
• Willingness to register and complete a PhD in Pure Mathematics within the next 5 years. A PhD degree or proof of enrolment for a PhD will be advantageous.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:

Candidates invited to an interview will be expected to demonstrate their ability to lecture by presenting a 10-minute lecture on a topic which will be communicated to them prior to the interview.

Each application must include:

• a letter of motivation indicating the candidate’s suitability for the post;
• a current curriculum vitae (only include DHET accredited research outputs) with the names and full contact details of at least three referees;
• certified copies of qualifications;