RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Lecturing in Financial Sciences at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level;
Academic administration and management;
Supervising postgraduate students;
Scientific research and publications in accredited journals;
Supervising postgraduate students.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Associate Professor:
A doctoral degree in Financial Sciences related fields;
3-5 years of tertiary teaching experience on undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels;
At least 5 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs, with a quality-adjusted publication score of at least 10, of which at least 3 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs should be in the last 5 years (accepted and/or published);
At least 4 completed Master's students over the last 5 years;
Evidence of consistent and continued supervision. Involvement with at least 1 doctoral student as the main or co-supervisor; and
Evidence of academic citizenship/professional engagement.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
Appropriate language and communication skills, demonstrated by the capacity to articulate ideas clearly and the confidence in one's ability to communicate them by making complicated concepts understandable;
Knowledge of foundational theories, concepts in the subject area;
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, including teaching, research, and administrative duties, effectively;
Skills to prioritise tasks and deadlines in a busy academic environment;
Demonstrating respect for students, colleagues, and ideas from diverse cultural, social, and academic backgrounds;
Proficiency in digital literacy and seamless integration of technology in teaching and research activities;
Being dependable, punctual, and accountable for tasks and responsibilities; and
Ability to understand and address the needs and concerns of students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
Registration at a professional body;
Experience in lecturing to and management of large student groups;
Experience in blended learning practices;
CLOSING DATE: 22 July 2026