Job Title: Lecturer
Post Number: 8020148
Location: Main Campus – Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa
Faculty/Department: University of the Western Cape -> Natural Sciences -> Statistics and Population Studies
Type of Position: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: 15 January 2025
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas:
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is internationally recognized for its contributions to democratic change in South Africa and quality education accessibility. UWC’s Faculty of Natural Sciences invites applications from enthusiastic candidates who are motivated to make significant contributions to the Statistics and Population Studies Department. The department offers an MSc in Statistical Sciences with a specialization in Data Science and seeks candidates who can contribute to the development of future statisticians, data analysts, and data scientists.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teaching: Facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Statistics and Data Science.
- Research: Conduct research and publish on topics related to Statistics or Data Science.
- Supervision: Provide undergraduate and postgraduate supervision, especially for honours students.
- Leadership: Offer academic leadership in areas like curriculum development, learning assessments, and faculty initiatives.
- Community Engagement: Engage in outreach and industry-related activities relevant to the department’s objectives.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: MSc in Statistics, Data Science, or Mathematical Statistics.
- Teaching Experience: Demonstrated experience teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in Statistics or Data Science.
- PhD Registration: Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Statistics, Data Science, or Mathematical Statistics.
- Supervision Experience: Record of successful honours level supervision.
- Publications: A track record of quality peer-reviewed publications or peer-reviewed technical reports submitted in industry.
- Technical Skills: Expertise in statistical and data science techniques using SAS, R, and/or Python.
Required Competencies:
- Adaptability: Ability to operate in a diverse academic environment.
- Student-Focused: Committed to student development and success.
- Research Supervision: Interest in supervising postgraduate research, particularly industry-directed projects.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written English skills.
- Organizational Skills: Strong planning and organizing abilities.
- Core Knowledge: Expertise in learning, teaching, research, and community engagement within the discipline.
Application Process:
In your application, you are encouraged to:
- Highlight your strengths.
- Include a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position.
- Provide a detailed CV, including contact details of three referees.
- Attach copies of your highest qualifications.
Disclaimer:
By applying, you consent to the University sharing your application with its stakeholders for processing. UWC is committed to employment equity, and preference will be given to applicants from underrepresented groups. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or appoint at a different level if necessary.
If you meet the above qualifications and are passionate about contributing to UWC’s academic and research excellence, consider applying before the closing date.
