Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Geology

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) invites applications for the following position: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Geology.

Job Title

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Geology

Organisational Unit

University of Mpumalanga -> Teaching and Learning -> Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Science

Job Primary Purpose

The main purpose of the position is to contribute to teaching and learning, research and innovation, engagement, leadership, and administration at the discipline (Geology), school and faculty levels.

Key Performance Areas:

• Leadership: Provision of academic leadership at the module and Geology Programme levels.


• Teaching & Learning: Provision of theoretically informed and pedagogically sound teaching based on current research in Geology.


• Research: Research and the production of accredited research outputs; postgraduate supervision at Honours and Master's level leading to the graduation of Masters' and Doctoral students in the minimum time.


• Engagement: Participation in engagement activities related to the discipline/profession and the community; participation in learned societies.

Qualifications

• Highest Qualification: MSc in Geology and preferably a Doctoral qualification or progress towards a Doctoral qualification in Geology.


• PhD in Geology

Teaching Experience

Some experience with the facilitation of learning, possibly as a tutor and preferably some teaching experience; 5 years in facilitation of learning and teaching at university level.

Research

Evidence of research activity such as published papers or conference attendance; a good record of research outputs including papers in accredited national and international journals and presentations at national and international conferences; a good record of postgraduate supervision at Masters' level with some students publishing their research.

Engagement

Preference will be given to applicants who have some experience with engagement activities, participation in Geology societies and evidence of extensive engagement in the discipline; some application of disciplinary/professional knowledge and skills to the benefit of the external community.

Competencies and Skills

• Disciplinary Knowledge: A good knowledge of the theory and application of the Geology discipline; in-depth knowledge of its theory and application.


• Leadership: Understanding of contemporary theories of teaching and learning in higher education, with demonstrated skills in teaching or mentoring; good understanding of leadership and management principles, with well-developed leadership and management skills; good interpersonal skills, including communication skills.


• Teaching & Learning: Appreciation of modern theories of teaching and learning in Higher Education; skills as a tutor or mentor; ability to teach online; sound understanding of modern theories of teaching and learning and well-developed teaching skills.


• Research: Research supervision of Undergraduate and Honours degrees; well-developed research skills and grant writing.


• Engagement: A good record of active participation in Geology societies; good understanding of the role of Universities in Engagement.

Personal Attributes

• People orientated, hard worker, responsible, reliable, creative and innovative.


• Respectful, honest, punctual and understand protocol.


• Proven attributes of transparency, integrity and teamwork.

Advert Closing Date

15/5/2026

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to apply for the advertised position(s). Remuneration will be commensurate with the level of the position the incumbent is applying for.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.