Job Details
- Expires 13 November 0 days left to apply
- Reference number: LS10/2021
- Province: Kwazulu Natal
- Type of engagement: Permanent appointment
- Posted: November 8th
- Remuneration package: The total remuneration package offered includes benefits.
Background to Position
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES
WESTVILLE CAMPUS
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan
Job Description
The incumbent will be expected to contribute to teaching and research in the Biology programme on the Westville campus. S/he will also be expected to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and Honours level, and supervise postgraduate students. S/he would also be expected to contribute to curriculum development and administration in the School. A strong background in parasitology is required for the post. Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge of the morphology, epidemiology and control of a range of parasites.
The incumbent will report to the Academic Leader: Biodiversity and Evolutionary Biology.
Inherent Criteria
Minimum Requirements :
• A PhD degree in Parasitology or a relevant related field of biological science
• Relevant teaching experience in teaching at tertiary level
• Demonstrated ability to attract external research funds
• A current and sustained research record of publications in peer-reviewed in ISI/SAPSE accredited journals appropriate for the level of appointment
• Successful supervision of postgraduate students (MSc and PhD) in a relevant field of study
In addition to the above :
Associate Professor:
• Successful supervision of postgraduate students including at least one PhD student
Application Requirement
This appointment will be made in line with the University Guidelines/benchmarks which are available on the University Vacancies website on http://vacancies.ukzn.ac.za/Academic-Process-Proc-Guides.aspx. Enquiries and details regarding this post, may be directed to the Dean and Head of School, Professor A Olaniran, 031 260 7400 or e-mail: olanirana@ukzn.ac.za. Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za. Applicants are requested to clearly indicate the level they are applying for. Completed forms AND Curriculum Vitae may be sent to recruitment-aes@ukzn.ac.za. Advert Reference Number MUST be clearly stated in the subject line.
Appointment to this position will be on the January 2018 Conditions of Service.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 13 November 2021.
