Job Details
- Expires 30 April 13 days left to apply
- Reference number: NW08/063/0325
- Province: Western Cape
- Type of engagement: Permanent appointment
- Posted: April 2nd
Background to Position
Stellenbosch University
Faculty of Science
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics Division
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer: Mathematics Division
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. NW08/063/0325
The Department of Mathematical Sciences in the Faculty of Science at Stellenbosch University (SU) consists of three divisions: Mathematics, Applied Mathematics and Computer Science. The Mathematics Division is responsible for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Mathematics. Currently the Mathematics research areas include Algebra, Algebraic Number Theory and Algebraic Geometry, Analytic Number Theory, Category Theory, Discrete Mathematics and Algorithms, Functional Analysis, Logic, Mathematical Biology, Mathematical Physics, and Topology.
Job Description
Duties:
- Conducting active research and publication in peer-reviewed journals in an area that will strengthen the research profile of the Mathematics Division.
- Recruiting and supervising postgraduate students.
- Teaching and coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate Mathematics modules in science and programmes from other faculties.
- Securing research funding.
- Participating in academically relevant departmental and faculty activities as required.
Inherent Criteria
Requirements:
For appointment as Senior Lecturer:
- A PhD in Mathematics or a closely related field.
- Evidence of recent research experience in an area that will strengthen the research profile of the Mathematics Division. Preference will be given to candidates working in number theory or a related area, but applicants from all areas of Mathematics will be considered.
- A growing research publication record in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and international conferences.
- Proven experience and commitment to teaching Mathematics at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
- Successful postgraduate supervision or co-supervision, at least at master’s level.
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
For appointment as Lecturer:
- A PhD (completed or submitted) in Mathematics or a closely related field.
- An active research interest in an area that will strengthen the research profile of the Mathematics Division. Preference will be given to candidates working in number theory or a related area, but applicants from all areas of Mathematics will be considered.
- Evidence of research output in the form of a peer-reviewed journal article or a conference presentation.
- Teaching experience in Mathematics (as lecturer, or teaching assistant/tutor at tertiary level).
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
Recommendations:
- Postdoctoral research experience in academia.
Application Requirement
Commencement of duties:
01 July 2025
Closing date:
30 April 2025
Enquiries regarding this post: Prof. IM Rewitzky on 021 808 3289, or at rewitzky@sun.ac.za
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) / 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za
Stellenbosch University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the EE plan for the specific environment as well as the EE Plan of the University.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
