University of the Witwatersrand
School of Geosciences
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer (Structural Geology)
The School of Geosciences at the University of the Witwatersrand invites applications from suitably-qualified candidates for a post at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level. The level of appointment will be based on the successful candidate’s research record and teaching experience.
Requirements: The School of Geosciences is looking for a dynamic candidate with a PhD in Geology and a proven research track record to complement the existing research strengths of the School. Research interests and teaching expertise in structural geology and tectonics would be preferable.
Duties: The incumbent is expected to establish an active research programme, including supervision of postgraduate students, make regular contributions to scientific meetings and publish work in internationally accredited scientific journals. The incumbent will be required to teach specialist courses at undergraduate and Honours levels in structural geology, tectonics and geological mapwork and related fields, and to lead appropriate field excursions.
Enquiries: For further information contact the Head of School, Professor RL Gibson,
Tel: +27 11 7176547 or email: [log in to unmask]
To apply: Submit a covering letter accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of all educational qualifications and identity document with names and e-mail addresses of 3 referees to: Miss Busisiwe Khumalo, Human Resources Officer, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050.
• E-mail: [log in to unmask] ● Fax: 086 523 4543
• Closing Date: 26 September 2011
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment and to continue searching after the closing date. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
“The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given, to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the university. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates”
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