RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Teaching and curriculum development of Microbiology modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level;
• Research at a competitive level, appropriate to the post level;
• The research supervision of postgraduate students;
• Participating in the Department's strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research and community engagement;
• Performing academic administration and other duties as determined by the line manager.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• PhD-degree specialising in Microbiology or a closely related subject discipline;
• Experience in participating in the planning and guidance of research projects at a postgraduate level;
• A proven research track record and publications in lSI-rated journals, appropriate to the post level, with evident knowledge of advanced Microbiology.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Relevant language, communication and teaching skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A track record indicative of the ability to raise own funding, collaborate as well as the drive to build research capacity and research networks.

The total remuneration package for this position ranges from approximately R 375 614 to R497 258 as determined by UP policy guidelines. (These amounts include the University’s contributions to standard UP benefits, namely provident fund, group life and funeral cover, but exclude contributions to medical aid, as the latter varies per employee.) UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research);
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 9 May 2016

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Prof Fanus Venter, Tel: (012) 420 4100

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2016, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.