[AISWorld] Final Reminder: Available academic posts in Information Systems at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (Wits)

Thu Aug 18 10:14:09 EDT 2011

The Information Systems (IS) division of the School of Economic and
Business Sciences at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
invites applications for available academic posts, which may be
full-time or major-time (70%) appointments.

The Information Systems division carries out research into the use,
development, management and impacts of information systems on
individuals, organisations and society. We have particular research
interests in information systems in service-oriented industries (such as
health and hospitality), information systems in public sector
organizations, ICT education, e-learning, IS ethics and IS project
management. Candidates with congruent research interests are encouraged
to apply. 

Our teaching programmes focus on developing IS professionals. We
emphasize a systems view of information systems and their impact on
individuals, organisations and society. We offer programmes from
undergraduate through to doctoral level that benefit from our research
interests in ICT education as well as close engagement with industry.
Candidates with strong industry relationships and experience of engaging
industry professionals in education programmes are encouraged to apply. 

The appointments will be made at the level of Lecturer, Senior Lecturer
or Associate Professor, depending on the qualifications and experience
of candidates.

For appointment at Lecturer level the candidate must have a relevant
Master's degree and experience in university teaching. A relevant PhD,
research publications and/or professional experience will be an
advantage. 

For appointment at Senior Lecturer level the candidate must have a
relevant Doctoral degree, a record of research publications and at least
three years experience of university-level teaching. Experience in
university administration, postgraduate supervision and/or the ICT
profession will be an advantage. 

For appointment at Associate Professor level the candidate must have a
relevant Doctoral degree, a record of research publications, at least
six years of university-level teaching experience, including
postgraduate supervision, experience of university administration and be
able to provide academic leadership. Research publications in major
scholarly journals and professional experience will be an advantage. 

All academic staff members are expected to do research, to teach at
undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contribute to curriculum
development, take up administrative duties including serving on
committees, foster collegiality, support students and otherwise
contribute to the welfare of the university community. Visit the
School's website at: http://www.wits.ac.za/sebs

Enquiries: 

Prof Jason Cohen, Information Systems, at jason.cohen at wits.ac.za or

Prof Judy Backhouse, Information Systems, at judy.backhouse at wits.ac.za 

To apply, submit a detailed CV with names, addresses & contact numbers
of 3 referees, certified copies of qualification and a cover letter to:
Zelda Stroud at Zelda.Stroud at wits.ac.za or fax +27 11 717 8170 

Closing Date: 29th August 2011 

Starting date: 1st October 2011 (negotiable)

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment if no
suitable candidate is found

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