Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and MicrobiologyRecognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.The Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology is seeking to appoint someone at the Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor level and invites suitably qualified candidates to apply.The successful candidate will be required to assume leadership of curriculum development within the discipline.The RequirementsCandidates are required to hold a PhD in Microbiology or a related discipline, with teaching and research experience in Environmental Microbiology or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates specializing in Mycology.In addition, the following requirements are applicable for the level of appointment:Senior Lecturer• Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels required.• Research supervision of at least Masters' degrees required.• Emerging national profile in discipline.• Track record of research publication.• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.Associate Professor• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.• Research supervision of at least Masters' degrees required.• National and emerging international profile in discipline.• Track record of research publication.• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.Professor• Extensive teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.• Research supervision of Masters and PhD degrees required.• International profile in discipline.• Track record of research publication.• Proven track record of administration, management, and leadership roles in teaching, assessment, curriculum development, research and community engagement.For additional requirements, please refer to the educational requirements and experience in the academic role profile below.Application ProcessIt is essential that prospective candidates read the role profile and further particulars document for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.The following documents are required:A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications (including academic transcripts) which should include the following: -Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.A substantial motivation which tells us:- Your research trajectory.- Your teaching approach and experience.- The level you are applying for, your interest in the post and suitability in light of the requirements, particularly leadership experience in the discipline.Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application can be submitted to hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za .Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.Remuneration per annum:Annual Basic salary: R742,411.00 per annumApproximate annual cost to company: R958,719.00 per annumAssociate Professor:Annual Basic salary: R887,318.00 per annumApproximate annual cost to company: R1,138,361.00 per annumProfessor:Annual Basic salary: R1,086,915.00 per annumApproximate annual cost to company: R1,385,804.00 per annumAll applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three-years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandatehas been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated. Closing Date: 25 April 2024 If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies. 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