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Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Professor: Diagnostic Imaging, Faculty of Veterinary Science

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
South Africa
Closing date
Mar 11, 2021

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Sector
Veterinary Medicine
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
University and College
Jobseeker Type
Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')

Job Details

FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF COMPANION ANIMAL CLINICAL STUDIES

SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ PROFESSOR: DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING (ONE POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following 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 actively participate in the following areas:
  • Teaching and practical training of undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary and veterinary nursing students in Diagnostic Imaging;
  • Clinical service in the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, surrounding community and satellite clinics, including participation in a 24-hour service;
  • Postgraduate training and supervision where appropriate;
  • Research and publication in scientific journals;
  • Networking with relevant industry stakeholders;
  • Community engagement;
  • Administrative and other duties as delegated by the Head of Department; and
  • Academic self-development.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Senior Lecturer:
  • BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
  • MMedVet-degree in Diagnostic Imaging and/or equivalent specialty board certification;
  • Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Diagnostic Imaging or eligibility for registration within a reasonable period;
  • Four years' veterinary experience with three years' experience in predominantly Diagnostic Imaging; and
  • At least two full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as first or senior author.

Associate Professor:
  • BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
  • MMedVet-degree in Diagnostic Imaging and/or equivalent specialty board certification;
  • PhD in a relevant area or in the process of completion of a PhD;
  • Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Diagnostic Imaging or eligibility for immediate registration;
  • Five years' veterinary experience of practicing as a Specialist in Diagnostic Imaging;
  • At least five full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author;
  • Evidence of participation in research and discipline forums; and
  • Postgraduate supervision.

Professor:
  • BVSc- or BVMCh-degree or equivalent professional veterinary qualification;
  • MMedVet-degree in Diagnostic Imaging and/or equivalent specialty board certification;
  • PhD in a relevant area;
  • Registration with the SAVC as a specialist in Diagnostic Imaging or eligibility for immediate registration;
  • Eight years' veterinary experience of practicing as a Specialist in Diagnostic Imaging;
  • Ten or more full peer reviewed papers in ISI accredited scientific journals as senior author or co-author;
  • Participation in research and discipline forums;
  • Evidence of research excellence and international standing as a researcher; and
  • Postgraduate supervision up to doctorate level.


REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
  • Proven knowledge and competence in Diagnostic Imaging;
  • Research interest appropriate to the position;
  • Commitment to develop a teaching and learning portfolio required at the relevant teaching level.
  • Commitment to obtain a PhD in reasonable time (senior lecturer & associate professor);
  • Good language and communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; and
  • Generic teaching competence including proficiency with presentation, word-processing and spreadsheet software.


ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
  • Experience with relevant specialised procedures, techniques and tools, e.g. software;
  • Tertiary teaching and mentoring experience; and
  • Exposure to research in an appropriate field.


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: 14 February 2021

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

ENQUIRIES: MB Nyathela, Tel: (012) 529 - 8541 (bernice.nyathela@up.ac.za)

Job related content: Prof Amelia Goddard, Tel: (012) 529 - 8260 ( amelia.goddard@up.ac.za )

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 March 2021, 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 will 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. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.

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