Lecturer (Faculty of Science: Department of Zoology)

Position Summary

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is seeking a Lecturer in the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching, research, and community engagement.

Job Description

The Department of Zoology has a long-standing reputation for excellence in tertiary education and research. The successful candidate will be expected to secure and manage internal and external research funds, teach in Zoology and/or Physiology, conduct research, and supervise postgraduate students.

Responsibilities:

• Secure and manage internal and external research funds.
• Teaching in Zoology and/or Physiology (undergraduate and Honours level).
• Administrative duties as required by the HOD.
• Conduct research and supervise postgraduate students.
• Establish and sustain research output in peer-reviewed journals.
• Establish national research collaborations.
• Community service and advancing of the discipline.

Minimum Requirements

• MSc (Zoology, Physiology) or related qualification.
• Research outputs in accredited peer-reviewed journals.
• Record of supervising at Honours or postgraduate level.
• Teaching experience at tertiary level.
• Specialization in a Zoological/Physiological field.

Application Instructions

Applicants must upload a detailed Curriculum Vitae, names and full contact details of at least three referees, a copy of their highest academic qualification, and proof of registration with professional bodies. Applications must be submitted before or on the closing date.