Senior Lecturer (Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment: Department of Electrical Engineering Technology) at University of Johannesburg

Responsibilities:


To teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
To supervise both undergraduate (Honours) and postgraduate students (Master's and PhD).
To conduct research in the field of Electronics, Telecommunications, and electronics communications (Micro-Nano Electronics, RF, Electronic communication, wireless communication, and telecommunication, etc.) which articulates well with the existing interest of the department.
To assist the department with minimum administrative duties.
To acquire research grants both nationally and internationally through NRF and other funding organisations.
To be able to engage in research collaboration with colleagues in the department as well as in other institutions: local or abroad and industries.


Minimum requirements


PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or closely related field with at least two (2) years' industry experience.
Three (3) years or more proven experience in undergraduate teaching.
Three (3) years or more evidence and proven experience in postgraduate supervision.
Evidence and proven track-record of publication in journals and/or conference proceedings.
Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or in advanced stage of this process.
Track record of postgraduate research supervision and publications in the relevant field.
Proven record of engagement with the scholarship of teaching and learning Innovative teaching and research techniques incorporating technology.
Evidence of research outputs and proven track record of postgraduate supervision at Master's level or higher.


Recommendations:


NRF rating will be an added advantage.
Research specialization that articulates well with the existing interest of the department.
Teaching experience in a Higher Education institution.


Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:


Good academic and administrative skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Good communication skills (written and verbal) with high level of proficiency in English.
The ability to work under pressure.
A high level of proficiency in spoken and written English.
Good interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial atmosphere.
The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Strong work ethic and integrity.
A flexible and versatile team player who will work and excel in any environment.
Highly organised and efficient with excellent follow-through abilities.
Attention to detail.
Reliability and Integrity.
Good listening skills and practice patience.
Good people management and time management.
Ability to work under pressure in a complex environment.


Apply by: 8 March 2026