• PhD/Doctorate in computer science, mathematical science, statistics or Engineering with expertise and current research focus in the field of Data science.
• At least eight (8) years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record in teaching and learning, research (including publications in accredited journals) and community engagement

• PhD/Doctorate in computer science, mathematical science,statistics or Engineering with expertise and current research focus in the field of Data science.
• At least ten years relevant experience.
• Proven track record in teaching, research (including publications in accredited journals) and community engagement.
• Proven track record of supervising postgraduate students at Masters and/or Doctoral level.
• Five years relevant academic management and leadership experience.
• Evidence of successful curriculum development.
• High academic and professional standing in the field of expertise and high academic credibility amongst peers.
• Strategic planning and implementation experience.
• Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements

• Compile work schemes in col­labo­ration with colleagues.
• Research and utilize new and emerging approaches and technology in teaching.
• The professional preparation of teaching media.
• The professional preparation of notes to supplement or substi­tute prescribed textbooks.
• Research and selection of sui­table reference material to supple­ment textbooks.
• The facilitation of an effective teaching situation in which the learning experience can take place successfully.
• The upgrading of course content/ development of new courses and/or modules in order to keep up with the latest require­ments of the discipline.
• Student and peer evaluations of teaching performance.
• Apply appropriate assessment methods.
• External examining and invitations to teach externally.

Research projects

• Develop research projects.
• Apply for research grants.
• Identify suitable candidates to participate in research projects.
• Draw up performance plans for research teams.
• Manage projects to achieve objectives.
• Commercialisation of research output.
• Provide guidance and assistance on research matters.
• Act as study leader of student/lecturer study groups.
• Publish research results.
• Membership of professional bodies in order to keep abreast of new developments.

Fundraising and stewardship to donors

• Explore fundraising opportunities for research projects.
• Work with advancement/grants department (including own team), as well as school and interdisciplinary teams to continually identify prospects (corporates, trusts, foundations, individuals) as well as high-profile ‘door-openers’ for SPU’s, as well as school research priority projects.
• Compile funding appeals/ proposals.
• Conduct regular evaluation of fundraising activities.

Post-graduate supervision

• Recruit prospective students.
• Supervise postgraduate students studying towards obtaining a qualification.
• Ensure that researchers keep abreast with the current research standards
  

• Contribute to community engagement initiatives.
• Integrate community engagement interventions into curriculum.
• Report on own involvement in professional, industry and/or community activities.
  

• Contributes to curriculum development.
• Participate in curriculum review and the development of new courses/modules to ensure alignment with sector/discipline norms and requirements.
• Review assessment methods for self and others.
• Revise and submit programmes for accreditation by relevant accreditation bodies.

• Identify students at risk timeously.
• Develop intervention strategies.
• Provide counseling to students.
• Monitor student progress.
• Make necessary referrals for students, where needed.

• Keep attendance registers.
• Record student results.
• Assist with the registration of students.
• Supervise tests and examinations.
• Implement policies and procedures applicable to the teaching and learning, community engagement, research, SHE and academic administration functions.

• Contribute to Quality Assurance through committee meetings and submission of relevant documents.
• Identify QA feedback mechanism within the school/department.
• Monitor the impact of QA recommendations within the school/department.
• Implement appropriate interventions.

• Contributes to policy making.
• Set annual objectives pertaining to academic programmes.
• Participate in the review of teaching, research, community engagement and academic administration objectives.
• Contribute to the development of academic related decision-making.
• Acts as programme leader, mentor and coach.
• Management of tutor activities.

• Register as a member of professional bodies to keep abreast of all developments (where appropriate)
• Engage in current professional development activities.
  • Prepare development plan for promotion to the next level, within stipulated time frame.
  • Ongoing development required by professional body.
• Attend conferences, seminars and workshops.
• Present research study papers at conferences.
  

• Develop relevant reports as and when required.
• Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.

Enquiries can be made via email at [email protected]

Assumption of duties: As mutually agreed to upon acceptance of the appointment. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. This position may be subjected to assessments.

Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note: Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is dedicated to meeting its Employment Equity targets.