Lecturer/Senior Lecturer at NWU – Apply Now!

Full-time

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit

North-West University (NWU) in Potchefstroom is seeking passionate and qualified individuals to fill Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, and Professor positions within the School of Industrial Engineering. If you are ready to make an impact on the next generation of industrial engineers, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching:

  • Prepare comprehensive study guides and subject material for undergraduate courses.

  • Deliver engaging and informative lectures and practical sessions.

  • Assess students’ work through marking and providing constructive feedback.

  • Supervise final-year students, offering guidance on topic selection and project development.

  • Liaise with external clients, organizing frequent project meetings with students.

  • Represent the university at various marketing events and on faculty committees.

Research:

  • Conduct research towards your qualification, focusing on cutting-edge developments in industrial engineering.

  • Co-supervise postgraduate students, contributing to the academic growth of the department.

  • Stay active within professional/academic societies to maintain industry relevance.

School Administration:

  • Represent the school and faculty at events.

  • Manage general office and academic administration duties to support smooth operations within the department.

Minimum Requirements:

For Lecturer:

  • Educational Qualification: M.Eng (NQF level 9) in Industrial Engineering or a B.Eng (NQF level 8) in Industrial Engineering.

  • Experience: At least 1 year of teaching or student assistant experience and 2 years of independent research or industry experience.

For Senior Lecturer:

  • Educational Qualification: PhD (NQF level 10) in Industrial Engineering or related field OR M.Eng with Pr.Eng in Industrial Engineering.

  • Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ teaching experience and 3 years’ independent research or industry experience.

For Associate Professor:

  • Educational Qualification: PhD in Industrial Engineering or related field, M.Eng in Industrial Engineering, B.Eng in Industrial Engineering.

  • Experience: 5+ years’ teaching experience and a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

For Professor:

  • Educational Qualification: PhD in Industrial Engineering or related field, M.Eng in Industrial Engineering, B.Eng in Industrial Engineering.

  • Experience: Significant research output, including publications and international conference presentations, along with 5+ years of teaching experience.

Additional Advantages & Preferences:

  • Professional membership with SAIIE is highly preferred.

  • Candidates who are registerable as Pr.Eng (Industrial Engineering) within the next year will be given preference.

  • Industry experience within industrial engineering is an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and modern educational platforms (e.g., eFundi, whiteboard technology).

  • Knowledge of assessment theory and research methodology.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative academic team.

Remuneration:

The annual total remuneration package will be competitive and in line with the NWU policy guidelines, dependent on the level of appointment.

Application Process:

  • Deadline: May 20, 2025.

  • Apply through the official NWU online vacancy platform. Incomplete applications or those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

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  • Professional Memberships: If you’re a member of any professional engineering societies, be sure to mention them.

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