Senior Lecturer in Supply Chain Management - Department of Business Management

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate lecturing in Supply Chain Management;
• Supervision of postgraduate students;
• Scientific research and publication in the field of Supply Chain Management;
• Academic administration;
• Supervision of tutors;
• Community engagement (community programmes, short courses and consultation);
• Liaison with students, parents and stakeholders.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A doctorate in Supply Chain Management (applicants with a relevant PhD in Industrial Engineering will also be considered);
• Experience in the guidance of students' research;
• Experience in independent research and involvement in research activities; and
• Lecturing experience at tertiary level.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Appropriate language proficiency and communication skills; and
• Computer literacy.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Publications in peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings; and
• A record of successful supervision of students at postgraduate level.

PLEASE NOTE:

Shortlisted applicants can be required to do a 10/15 minute presentation to the selection committee of the Department prior to formal interviews.

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.

CLOSING DATE:

12 November 2019

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

ENQUIRIES:

Ms Mary-Jane Ndlovu, Tel: (012) 420 4977

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2020, 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.

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