Senior Lecturer: Software Engineering

SUMMARY:
- Facilitate teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level. - Contribute to the cre

POSITION INFO:

• Facilitate teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Contribute to the creation of knowledge by virtue of postgraduate studies, research and innovation, publications and postgraduate supervision.
• Perform academic administration.
• Participate in projects targeted at community service and engagement.
• Incorporate trends with regard to learning and teaching to ensure a student-centred learning experience.
• Maintain relevant and up to date learning and teaching material by integrating latest IT/technology trends.
• Ensure that the modules comply with all quality requirements.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Possess sound knowledge of the theory and application of
• Ability to facilitate learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Software Engineering.
• Ability to actively engage in and supervise post graduate research.
• Ability to synthesize information to design learning experiences.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of audiences through various media.
• Ability to work well with other members of the Department and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

REQUIREMENTS

Doctorate degree in Information Technology / Computing Sciences.

At least 3 years relevant academic experience in which competency has been gained. Experience in various Software Development environments including in the .Net environment.

Evidence of a research portfolio which must include accredited research output (papers published in accredited journals and subject-specific conference proceedings).

Track record of successfully completed postgraduate student supervision.

Sound knowledge in the theory and application of Artificial Intelligence including software, hardware, technical as well as human aspects will be an advantage.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 03 May 2024.