[AISWorld] University of Pretoria (South Africa): Department of Informatics

[Alta Van der Merwe]

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATICS
POSITION: LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER

In the 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.

THE SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The University of Pretoria is unique in South Africa in administering
Information Science, Informatics (Business Information Systems) and
Computer Science from within a single School of Information Technology
(SIT).  The close collaboration between these departments has resulted in a
market-driven selection of undergraduate and postgraduate IT degree
programs.  A full range of conventional IT degrees is on offer, as well as
the B.IT and M.IT degrees that are unique to South Africa.

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATICS

The Department of Informatics is looking for exceptional, well-qualified
people to become part of a team of energetic, output-driven academics with
good relationships with overseas academics and strong links with the local
industry. The level of appointment will depend on qualifications and
experience, with the following as minimum requirements:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent at both lecturer and senior lecturer level will be
responsible for:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Informatics;
• Assisting in practical sessions;
• Research and administrative duties.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Lecturer:

• Master’s degree in Informatics/ Business Information Systems/ Information
Technology;
• Teaching or practical experience;
• Research experience and publications;
• Appropriate language and communication skills.


Senior Lecturer:

• Doctoral degree in Informatics/ Business Information Systems/ Information
Technology;
• Teaching or practical experience;
• Research experience and publications in peer reviewed journals;
• Appropriate language and communication skills.


RECOMMENDATIONS:

In-depth knowledge of one or more of the following areas:

• Information technology and socio-economic development;
• Information systems in the organisation;
• Systems analysis and design;
• Web-based information systems;
• C# programming;
• Enterprise Architecture;
• Information Systems and Education;
• Research interest in applied computing;
• Programming languages;
• Theory and practice of software and SWEBOK.


The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s
level of qualification and experience, as determined by UP policy
guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes
50% of the applicable monthly premium.


Applicants are requested to apply online quoting the applicable reference
number.

In application for this post, please attach:
• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names and contact details (telephone and e-mail details) of 3 contactable
referees;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Self evaluation.



CLOSING DATE:  4 March 2012

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


ENQUIRIES:  Prof Alta van der Merwe - Tel: (012) 420 3798


Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2012, 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.
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